Jay Shah, President of the International Cricket Council (ICC), expressed solidarity with Indian Armed Forces after their response to Pakistan’s air strikes after the Sindoor operation on Thursday. Praising the courage and devotion of the Indian forces, the Shah greeted the soldiers of the country for pioneering the fight against terrorism in the midst of tension with Pakistan. “Our armed forces are our pride and are not enough to express their courage and commitment to protect our homeland and our people. We greet our nation from the armed forces that protect our nation from terrorism. Let us unite to honor our heroes and to build more powerful, more unified India.
India’s legendary Spinner Anil Kumble reiterated Shah’s feelings and praised the “invariant courage” of Indian armed forces. “At uncertain times, a truth remains – our armed forces stand long with unchanging. Silent stability is the most powerful shield in India. I greet every brave hearts that protect our tomorrow.
In uncertain times, a truth remains – our armed forces are unchanging courage. Their silent stability is India’s most powerful shield. I greet every braveheart that protects tomorrow. #Jaihind
– Anil pigeon (@Anilkumble1074) May 9, 2025
On Thursday, Pakistan launched air strikes to Jammu and several military stations near the western border, but India’s air defense systems successfully supported these initiatives.
Pakistan tried strikes with drones and missiles, triggering interruptions and sirens in various regions in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Rajasthan. Authorities, as the emergency protocols were activated, residents called on and to remain awake.
The attacks seem to retaliate for the Sindoor operation, where the attack on tourists in expensive tourists by the Indian Armed Forces on the terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. The terrorists killed 26 tourists, a 25 Indian and a Nepal citizen near the expensive in Jammu and Kashmir.
In the midst of the increasing conflicts between India and Pakistan, BCCI immediately put into force IPL 2025 for a week on Friday. The Board added that the new program and venues of the tournament will be announced in time after evaluating the situation.
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