Official sources have categorically denied widespread social media rumours claiming that an Indian aircraft shot down a Pakistani JF-17 Thunder fighter jet in the Pampore area of Indian-administered Kashmir, terming the reports as completely false and fabricated.
There has been no aerial engagement, nor any loss of a Pakistani aircraft in the region. Defence and intelligence officials have confirmed that the operational status of all Pakistan Air Force (PAF) assets remains fully intact, and no such incident has taken place along the Line of Control or elsewhere.
Authorities believe the fake news appears to be part of a malicious disinformation campaign aimed at stoking tensions and misleading the public. The general public and media outlets are strongly urged to rely only on credible, verified sources before sharing or reporting sensitive security-related developments.
Pakistan remains committed to regional stability and continues to monitor all developments with vigilance. Any situation of strategic or tactical importance is communicated through official channels in a timely and transparent manner.
