The Pakistan Army intercepted and brought down another Indian spy drone that breached Pakistan’s airspace near the Line of Control (LoC), as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday. The incident occurred on February 25, 2024, at 12:55 pm local time. Following the interception, the Pakistan Army conducted a search operation and located the pieces of the Indian quadcopter on February 26 within Pakistani territory along the LoC. The drone bore markings indicating it belonged to the Indian Army.

This incident coincides with the fifth anniversary of Operation Swift Retort, a significant event in which Pakistan’s armed forces responded to Indian aggression. On February 27, 2019, Pakistan shot down Indian warplanes that violated Pakistani airspace. During Operation Swift Retort, the Pakistan Air Force showcased its strength by downing Indian aircraft, underscoring Pakistan’s determination and military proficiency in the face of Indian aggression.

In February 2019, Indian fighter jets crossed the Line of Control, purportedly conducting a “surgical strike” in Pakistan. Pakistan’s response, which included the shooting down of an Indian jet and the capture of a pilot, refuted Indian claims of military superiority. While New Delhi asserted that they targeted a terrorist camp, resulting in the deaths of 300-350 individuals, Pakistan disputed these claims, stating that there was no such camp and no casualties. Independent reports, supported by detailed satellite imagery, corroborated Pakistan’s position, debunking Indian assertions.

In a surprising turn, the Pakistan Air Force deployed jets across the border, shooting down an Indian MiG-21 during aerial combat and subsequently capturing the ejected pilot. This event challenged India’s perception of its military prowess, revealing vulnerabilities and casting doubt on its claims of superiority