94Ha ViewpointAccording to reports from CNBC and Indian media, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a national speech on the 12th local time, saying that he would respond strongly to any future “terrorist attacks”.
According to reports, Modi said, “In the past few days, we have witnessed the strength and restraint of the country” and paid tribute to “the role played by the Indian armed forces, intelligence agencies and scientists”.
Modi added details of India’s retaliatory strikes. He said that on May 6, the Indian army targeted “terrorist infrastructure” in Pakistan. He also said, “India’s actions shocked Pakistan.”
Modi also revealed that Pakistan’s military operations commander (DGMO) had contact with the Indian defense minister on May 10. According to the report, the two sides only discussed the ceasefire issue during the talks.
According to the Indian Express, this was Modi’s first speech after India launched the “Vermilion Operation”.
Chaudhry, director of the Pakistan Armed Forces Public Information Bureau, announced the details of Pakistan’s “Iron Wall” military operation on the evening of the 11th.
