The claim that Pakistan destroyed India’s S-400 air defense system during the recent escalation between the two countries has been widely circulated in Pakistani media and some international outlets. However, the Indian government has officially refuted these reports, labeling them as misinformation.(@EconomicTimes)
According to Pakistani sources, including the state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) conducted an airstrike targeting the S-400 system at India’s Adampur Air Base using hypersonic missiles launched from JF-17 Thunder jets. These reports suggest that the strike was part of “Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos” and marked a significant event in the conflict, potentially altering the regional military balance. (Daily Times, Arab News)
In contrast, the Indian government’s Press Information Bureau (PIB) has categorically denied these claims. In a statement released on May 10, 2025, the PIB’s Fact Check unit stated that reports of the destruction of the S-400 system are baseless and urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified information. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) also dismissed the allegations, describing them as part of a broader misinformation campaign. (The Times of India, @EconomicTimes, The Times of India)
Independent verification of the incident remains challenging due to the ongoing conflict and restricted access to the affected areas. As such, while Pakistani sources report the successful targeting of the S-400 system, Indian authorities maintain that no such event occurred.(AP News)
In the absence of conclusive evidence, the claim remains contested, highlighting the complexities of information dissemination during times of conflict.