Pakistan has deployed kamikaze drones and armed UAVs to breach Indian airspace amid escalating tensions between the two nations. These aerial assets, including Byker YIHA III kamikaze drones, were launched across the International Border (IB) and Line of Control (LoC), targeting densely populated civilian areas.
On the night of May 9–10, Pakistan attempted large-scale aerial intrusions using Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs), loitering munitions, and fighter jets at over 26 locations along India’s western borders. The drones, reportedly of Turkish origin, carried high-explosive payloads designed to inflict maximum damage.
The Indian Army’s Air Defence (AAD) system responded swiftly, detecting and neutralizing multiple kamikaze drones within seconds of their entry into Indian airspace. Using quick-reaction air-defense guns, AAD gunners shot down the drones mid-air, ensuring no civilian casualties or property damage.
Earlier, on May 8–9, Pakistan attempted drone intrusions at 36 locations from Leh to Sir Creek, deploying 300–400 drones. The Indian Armed Forces intercepted and destroyed a significant number of these drones, preventing intelligence gathering and further attacks.
In response, India launched armed drone strikes at four Pakistani air defense sites, successfully neutralizing an air defense radar. Additionally, Pakistan carried out artillery shelling across the LoC, targeting Tangdhar, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar, Rajouri, Akhnoor, and Udhampur, resulting in casualties among Indian Army personnel.
