India launches "Operation sindoor;" Trump calls for calm
"It's a shame, we just heard about it," said Donald Trump at a press conference at the White House. "I just hope it ends very quickly," he added.
What do you need to know?
- India launched a military operation: The goal of "Operation Sindoor" is to strike terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and the region of Jammu and Kashmir.
- Donald Trump's reaction: During a press conference at the White House, Trump expressed hope for a quick resolution to the conflict.
- India's actions: The Indian government emphasized that the operation was precise and aimed at avoiding escalation.
The Indian armed forces have launched "Operation Sindoor", targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and the Pakistan-occupied region of Jammu and Kashmir. According to the Indian government's statement, these actions were precise and balanced, with the intention of avoiding further escalation. No Pakistani military facilities were attacked, and India has shown significant restraint in selecting and executing targets, according to their statement.
Trump reacts to the attack
Donald Trump reacted to the news of the attack when asked about the matter during a press conference at the White House.
"I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past. They've been fighting for a long time," he said.
"I just hope it ends very quickly," he added.