Pakistan just announced it is closing its airspace for the next 48 hours.

Russian air defense engaging Ukrainian drones over the Moscow region.

Pakistan vows to retaliate "at a time and place of its own choosing" after Indian strikes hit three regions, according to Pakistani state TV citing the army — via AFP.

"This would have never happened if I were president."

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Pakistan has reportedly launched retaliatory strikes against India, officials tell AP & Samaa TV. Heavy artillery exchanges now reported along different sectors including Poonch-Rajauri, Mendhar, and Bhimber Gali.

🇺🇸 Trump on India-Pakistan escalation: “It’s a disgrace. We just heard about it. They've been fighting for decades — centuries, really. Hopefully it ends quickly.”

Russian air defenses are still active as new drone threats are reported over Tver and Moscow regions; Ukrainian UAVs reportedly attempting to breach toward the Russian capital.

The Trump administration asked Ukraine to accept U.S. deportees who aren’t Ukrainian — as part of a broader push to offload third-country nationals, WP writes. Docs show Kyiv was among several nations pressured with offers or incentives.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/05/06/trump-ukraine-deportees/

Explosions can be heard in Poonch, Indian Jammu and Kashmir. Likely due to the exchange of artillery/mortar fire.

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Russian losses per 07/05/25 reported by the Ukrainian General Staff

+1270 men
+14 tanks
+3 AFVs
+71 artillery
+124 UAVs
+1 cruise missile

Update on 🇮🇳🇵🇰 : As part of Operation Sindoor, India conducted 24 airstrikes on six sites in Pakistan, deploying SCALP missiles, Hammer bombs, and Rafale fighter jets. Islamabad reported eight fatalities, 35 injuries, and described the strikes as an “act of war,” accusing India of breaching its sovereignty.

Pakistan claims it downed up to five Indian aircraft. Global reactions followed swiftly: the UN called for restraint, the U.S. voiced support for India but also called Pakistan a partner, while Turkey sided with Pakistan. China urged both nations to deescalate. Regional flights have been suspended as the situation remains volatile.

Former President Biden slams Trump’s Ukraine stance, calling it “modern-day appeasement” of Russia. In a BBC interview, Biden warned Putin won’t stop, saying it’s naive to think giving up Ukrainian land will satisfy Moscow.

https://reuters.com/world/biden-accuses-trump-appeasement-russia-2025-05-07

Two killed, 8 injured — including 4 children — in Kyiv after a wave of Russian drone attacks overnight. At least 10 explosions were heard. Residential buildings were struck by debris and direct hits.