2016 Uri attack
2016 Uri attack
The 2016 Uri attack was a significant militant assault that occurred on September 18, 2016, at an Indian Army base in Uri, located in the Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Four heavily armed militants, linked to the Pakistan-based terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba, infiltrated the base during the early morning hours, resulting in the deaths of 19 Indian soldiers and injuries to over 30 others. The attack marked one of the deadliest in recent years, escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. In response, India launched surgical strikes against militant launch pads across the Line of Control, reaffirming its stance against cross-border terrorism. The incident drew widespread condemnation and heightened security concerns in the region.