India and Pakistan Exchange Fire Amid Kashmir Tensions; China Urges Restraint

Escalation Along the De Facto Border

• 🇮🇳 India reported unprovoked small arms firing from Pakistan along the de facto border for the fourth consecutive night.
• 🇵🇰 The Pakistani military has not responded to requests for comment regarding the incidents.

Aftermath of Tourist Attack in Kashmir

• 🎯 India identified two of the three suspected militants in the April 22 attack, which killed 26 tourists, as Pakistani nationals.
• 🗣️ Survivors reported that the militants targeted Hindus before shooting them at close range.
• 🚫 Pakistan, through its foreign ministry, has denied any role in the attack and called for a neutral investigation.

China's Call for De-escalation

• 🇨🇳 China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson urged both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and meet each other halfway.
• 🤝 China supports impartial investigations and believes differences should be handled through dialogue and consultation to safeguard regional peace.

India's Security Measures and Public Response

• 🔍 Security forces have detained approximately 500 people for questioning and searched nearly 1,000 houses and forests in Indian Kashmir.
• ⚖️ Political leaders have called for caution to ensure the innocent are not harmed during anti-terrorism operations.
• ❓ The Kashmir resistance front has denied involvement in the attack, despite an initial message claiming responsibility.