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India and Pakistan Escalate Airspace Restrictions Following Kashmir Terror Attack

India bans all Pakistani-operated flights until May 23 as Pakistan cancels domestic services to PoK and reroutes international flights through China.

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The top committee met at a critical moment as tensions between India and Pakistan are at their highest since the 2019 Pulwama terror strike and Modi has publicly articulated the country’s resolve to deal a crushing blow to terrorism. (PTI)
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Overview

  • India issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) barring all Pakistani-registered, operated, or leased aircraft, including military flights, from its airspace until May 23, 2025.
  • Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) canceled all flights to Gilgit and Skardu, citing security concerns, leaving the region isolated due to limited road access.
  • PIA has rerouted its international flights through Chinese airspace, resulting in longer travel times and increased operational costs.
  • Pakistan alleges credible intelligence of imminent Indian military action, heightening security measures and placing airports on high alert.
  • The escalation follows the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 tourists, prompting retaliatory measures and heightened tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors.