Misinformation over an Indian naval strike on Karachi Port further inflames the escalating border conflict following recent violence in Kashmir.

A video circulating on Indian media and social platforms, claiming to show an attack on Karachi by India, has been proven to be fake. The video, which shows cars burning on a wide, clear road, has been misrepresented as evidence of an Indian assault on Karachi,

When asked about the potential economic impact of a maritime blockade on Pakistan, Vice Admiral Ghormade told ANI, “Almost 70 to 80% of their trade comes through the sea. Their war machinery is running is from the sea.