Pakistan Authorizes Military Retaliation Following Indian Airstrikes on Civilians

Pakistan has officially authorized its military forces to undertake retaliatory actions in response to recent airstrikes by India. The Pakistani government described the Indian strikes as "unprovoked, cowardly and unlawful," targeting multiple civilian locations. This authorization marks a formal escalation in the ongoing tensions between the two countries, with Pakistan emphasizing its right to respond appropriately to the attacks.