'Pakistan Ran to Ceasefire Like a Scared Dog After Airfield Strikes': Former Pentagon Official

The latest round of hostilities between India and Pakistan has raised more questions than answers. Michael Rubin, a former Pentagon official, has added his voice to the debate, stating that Pakistan "lost very, very badly" in the conflict. But precisely what occurred during Operation Sindoor, and what does it mean for the future of India-Pakistan relations?

Operation Sindoor: A Masterclass in Precision

On May 7, India launched a series of surgical strikes on terrorist camps and installations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The operation killed more than 100 terrorists from organizations like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.The accuracy and strategy of the Indian forces were exemplified in the success of the operation.

Reaction of Pakistan: A Scared Dog with Tail Between Legs

Pakistan's reaction to the attacks was quick, but ultimately futile. The nation launched cross-border shelling and tried missile and drone strikes along the border regions. India held firm, however, blasting radar installations, communication hubs, and runways on Pakistani airbases. Rubin likened Pakistan's attempts to obtain a ceasefire to a "scared dog with its tail between its legs."

The Diplomatic Fallout

The war has had important diplomatic ramifications as well. Rubin writes that India has shifted the conversation, and the global community is now concentrating on Pakistani support for terrorism. The question is: will Pakistan be able to spin this one, or will it be compelled to own up to the failure of its own making? 

The Future of India-Pakistan Relations

The future of Indo-Pakistani relations is cloudy. Rubin queries whether Pakistani generals' pride will be more important than the health and future prosperity of all Pakistani society. Will Pakistan be forced to "clean house" and face its own demons, or will it simply continue down a path of terror and war? 

India stands ready to take tough action against terrorism

The recent war between India and Pakistan has far-reaching consequences for the future of the region. Operation Sindoor has demonstrated that India is prepared to take firm action against terrorism, and the international community is beginning to take it seriously. As Rubin points out, Pakistan has initiated every war with India and succeeded in believing that it had won even as it lost. But this time, things could be different.