China Breaks Silence After India’s Bold Attack on Terror Camps in Pakistan
India Hits Terror Camps in Pakistan, China Urges Restraint After Operation Sindoor
India strikes back after deadly terror attack, Beijing calls for peace amid rising tensions
In a major escalation between India and Pakistan, the Indian Army launched “Operation Sindoor” early Wednesday, targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK). The operation was carried out in response to a terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 civilian lives two weeks ago.
As tensions spiked across the region, China—an ally of Pakistan and neighbor to both countries—called for restraint and urged both sides to avoid worsening the situation.
What Is Operation Sindoor
A bold response to the Pahalgam terror attack
Operation Sindoor was India’s direct military response to the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians and shocked the nation.
According to officials, the Indian Army conducted precision strikes on nine terror-related sites deep inside Pakistan and POK. These included bases linked to Hizbul Mujahideen, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammad—groups India has long accused of carrying out cross-border attacks.
Key Targets Hit in Pakistan and POK
High-value terrorist infrastructure destroyed
India used stand-off weapons, drones, and precision-guided munitions during the operation. Here are the key terror sites reportedly hit:
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Hizbul Mujahideen’s facility in Mehmoona Joya, Sialkot
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Lashkar-e-Taiba base at Markaz Ahle Hadith, Barnala
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LeT camp at Shawai Nalla, Muzaffarabad
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Jaish-e-Mohammad’s Markaz Abbas facility, located in Kotli
Indian military sources emphasized that no Pakistani military installations were targeted, and that the operation was “measured and non-escalatory.”
Cross-Border Shelling Follows the Strikes
Heavy artillery exchange along the Line of Control (LoC)
Following the strikes, both India and Pakistan exchanged artillery fire along the Line of Control. Islamabad claimed that Indian strikes had killed at least eight people, while India reported ten civilian deaths from Pakistani shelling.
The Indian Army stated that “justice is served” and reiterated that its goal was to eliminate terror infrastructure, not provoke war.
“India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and method of execution,” an official Indian statement read.
China Reacts: Calls for Calm and Stability
Beijing expresses regret over India’s military action
China responded swiftly to the developments, urging both nations to “prioritise peace and stability.” A spokesperson from China’s Foreign Ministry said:
“India and Pakistan are neighbours that cannot be moved apart, and they are also China’s neighbours. China opposes all forms of terrorism.”
Beijing also expressed “regret over India’s military action this morning”, adding that it is “concerned about the current developments.”
China’s response reflects its delicate position as a strategic partner to Pakistan and an economic partner to India, especially under the BRICS and SCO frameworks.
Why This Matters: The Regional Impact
Two nuclear powers, one volatile border
The strikes come at a time of fragile peace between two nuclear-armed nations with a history of wars and skirmishes, especially over the Kashmir region.
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India accuses Pakistan of harboring and sponsoring terror groups operating in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Pakistan denies these claims and often retaliates with diplomatic protests and counter-military action.
This latest military operation adds to a long list of India-Pakistan flashpoints, including:
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The 2016 surgical strikes
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The 2019 Balakot airstrikes after the Pulwama attack
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Frequent LoC skirmishes and infiltration attempts
Each time, the world watches closely to prevent an all-out war in South Asia.
India’s Official Line: Focused and Restrained
Government insists action was anti-terror, not anti-Pakistan
India has clarified that its operation targeted only terrorist infrastructure and was carried out with minimum collateral damage.
Officials called it a “focused anti-terror strike” that avoided escalation by not engaging with Pakistan’s military directly.
“We will not tolerate terror attacks on our soil. But we also seek peace in the region,” a government source said.
India also stressed its commitment to international norms, claiming that its action was justified under the right to self-defense.
What’s Next
Diplomacy, retaliation, or more strikes
While India considers Operation Sindoor a success, the situation remains tense. Analysts believe that:
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Pakistan may respond militarily or through diplomatic channels like the UN or OIC.
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China may push for de-escalation behind closed doors.
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Global powers like the US, Russia, and the UN might issue calls for peace.
For now, both militaries remain on high alert, and any misstep could lead to a broader conflict.
A Delicate Balance
Peace or provocation
Operation Sindoor marks a major turning point in India’s counter-terror strategy—bold, precise, and calculated. However, with China entering the conversation and Pakistan already mourning civilian losses, the path ahead is uncertain.
The key question is: Will this deter future terror attacks, or provoke more instability?
