Analyst Says Pakistan Delayed Response During India's Operation Sindoor Airstrikes

Austrian military analyst Tom Cooper stated at the Rising Bharat Summit 2026 that Pakistan was caught off guard during India's Operation Sindoor in May 2025, responding to airstrikes targeting terrorist camps only after a delay of 15 to 50 minutes. Cooper highlighted discrepancies between Pakistan's official claims and social media reports, noting India completed its mission without damage. He also criticized Pakistan's narrative, emphasizing India's coordinated military efforts and the need to win the public narrative.