Daijiworld Media Network - Karachi

Karachi, May 9: In a major escalation of hostilities, the Indian Navy has launched a bold and destructive strike on Pakistan’s Karachi port, marking the first such attack since the 1971 war. The operation, carried out by INS Vikrant and supported by multiple aircraft, has reportedly caused extensive damage to the strategic port.

More than ten missiles were fired by INS Vikrant, including Tomahawk and BrahMos-class weapons, targeting key military and economic assets at the port. The strike is said to have destroyed large sections of the facility.

The port of Karachi, which handles around 60% of Pakistan’s trade and also serves as the headquarters of the Pakistan Navy, is considered the economic lifeline of the country. Damage to this vital infrastructure is expected to severely disrupt military operations as well as import-export capabilities, delivering a significant blow to Pakistan’s economy.

Reports indicate that a full-scale war has broken out between India and Pakistan, with Indian forces launching attacks on multiple Pakistani cities including Islamabad, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. The Indian Navy has now entered the conflict decisively through this maritime offensive, signaling a major shift in the ongoing confrontation.