India says six Pakistani aircraft shot down during May conflict
Summary
India stated that its military shot down five Pakistani fighter jets and one other military aircraft during a conflict in May. The announcement comes from India's air force chief following a period of heavy fighting in Kashmir between the two countries. Both nations claimed aerial victories while denying the other's claims.Key Facts
- India's air force claims to have shot down six Pakistani aircraft, including five fighter jets.
- The conflict in May involved air battles with fighter jets and cruise missiles.
- The dispute began after an attack killed 26 tourists in Kashmir on April 22.
- India used S-400 air defense systems to intercept Pakistani aircraft.
- The air force chief mentioned damaging surveillance planes and parked F-16 fighters in Pakistan.
- Pakistan denies any of its aircraft were downed and claims it shot down six Indian jets.
- Both countries have ongoing tensions over the Kashmir region.
- Intermittent fighting continues even after a declared ceasefire in May.
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