How Pakistan reacted to reports of India shooting down its F-16, JF-17 fighter jets

Rejecting Indian media reports that said Pakistan's F-16 and JF-17 fighter jets were shot down by Indian security forces, Pakistan claimed that these are "fake and concocted stories."

There have been several media reports that said Pakistan's fighter jets were brought down by India.

Minister of Information and Broadcasting of Pakistan, Attaullah Tarar, taking to social media, said, "Absurd and false claims being made by India about shooting down an F16 and JF17 fighter jets. Fake and concocted stories will not get you anywhere."

Pakistan claimed that India is imaging the attack although the Indian defence ministry categorically said Pakistan used drones and missiles to target military stations in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur. The defence ministry said these threats were effectively neutralised using kinetic and non-kinetic capabilities.

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A sudden power outage plunged Jammu city into darkness following two loud explosions, likely resulting from the interception of intruding drones. Immediately after, sirens echoed throughout the city, alerting panic-stricken residents to seek shelter.

Pakistan government said it rejects all allegations of accusing the country of launching attacks on Pathankot, Jaisalmer and Srinagar.

Pakistan also said they will not be deterred by attempts to provoke, intimidate, and mislead, and reserves the right to respond to acts of aggression.

The Pakistan government further said it remains vigilant and firmly committed to peace.

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