The operation not only defended Pakistan’s sovereignty but also exposed India’s false claims on the global stage.

Following the Pulwama attack on February 14, 2019, the Modi government staged a false flag operation, blaming Pakistan without evidence.

On February 26, Indian fighter jets violated Pakistani airspace, dropped bombs near Jaba, Balakot, and falsely claimed to have struck a “terror camp.”

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In response, Pakistan launched Operation Swift Retort, an air combat mission that downed two Indian fighter jets and captured Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.

One MiG-21 crashed inside Pakistan, while the wreckage of the second jet fell within Indian territory.

In a panic, the Indian military mistakenly shot down its own Mi-17 helicopter, killing six soldiers.

India’s propaganda machine went into overdrive, with contradictory reports on “300 casualties” and fabricated audio clips.

However, the Washington Post later debunked India’s claims, confirming that no F-16 jets were shot down, dismantling India’s narrative at an international level.

Operation Swift Retort remains a symbol of Pakistan’s military strength, professional excellence, and national unity. The country stands ready to defend its sovereignty against any future aggression.