Pakistan restores airspace after India ceasefire deal

Pakistan has reopened its airspace for all flights, according to the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA). This decision came after a ceasefire was agreed upon between Pakistan and India, announced by US President Donald Trump, following Pakistan’s military response to earlier Indian actions.

The PAA spokesperson confirmed that all airports across Pakistan are now operating normally. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for updated flight schedules.

Earlier in the day, Pakistan had extended the airspace closure until noon on May 11 due to rising tensions with India at the Line of Control (LoC).

Those tensions peaked when India fired missiles at three Pakistani airbases early Saturday morning. According to the military spokesperson, all assets of the Pakistan Air Force remained safe. The airbases targeted were Nur Khan (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), and Shorkot.

In response, Pakistan launched “Operation Bunyan-u-Marsoos,” hitting several Indian military locations. This led to increased global diplomatic efforts, resulting in both nations agreeing to a ceasefire.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that both countries agreed to stop all attacks starting from 4:30 PM. He emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to peace but warned that any future Indian aggression would be answered strongly. He also thanked international partners, especially US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, for helping achieve the ceasefire.

On the Indian side, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri also confirmed the ceasefire. He said both countries’ military leadership will hold talks on May 12 to discuss further steps.

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