New Delhi, June 23, 2025 – India’s Press Information Bureau (PIB) has categorically denied viral social media claims that Indian airspace was used by the United States for airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities during Operation Midnight Hammer on June.
Facts:
- Official Denial: The PIB labeled the claims “fake,” stating, “Indian airspace was NOT used by the United States during Operation Midnight Hammer”.
- US Military’s Confirmed Route: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, detailed that seven B-2 Spirit bombers flew eastward from Missouri (USA), crossing the Atlantic and Mediterranean—not through Indian or Pakistani airspace. Decoy aircraft flew toward Guam to mislead observers.
Regional Context:
- India’s Neutral Stance: New Delhi has maintained neutrality in the Iran-Israel conflict, focusing instead on evacuating 1,000+ Indians from Iran via Operation Sindhu..
- Airspace Safety: Earlier this month, Air India rerouted flights avoiding Iranian airspace during missile strikes, highlighting proactive safety measures.
The Bottom Line: India played no role in the U.S. operation. Authorities urge citizens to rely on official channels to counter false narratives
