Pakistan reopened Islamabad’s airspace after security forces shot down two drones near the federal capital, easing short-term flight disruptions and calming concerns in the city.
Mosharraf Zaidi, the prime minister’s spokesperson for foreign media, confirmed that authorities had initially closed the airspace as a precaution. However, officials lifted the restriction once air defense systems neutralized the threat.
Video of a Suspected Afghan Crashed Drone
Earlier, senior officials said air defense units detected two unmanned aerial vehicles loitering near Faizabad. Security teams quickly tracked the UAVs and shot them down before they could move further. As a result, authorities acted swiftly to prevent any potential risk to public safety.
Following the interception, officials temporarily suspended flight operations over Islamabad. The move aimed to ensure passenger safety while security agencies assessed the situation. Meanwhile, law enforcement increased monitoring around sensitive areas in the capital.
Later, authorities confirmed that the situation was fully under control. They reopened the airspace after completing security checks and clearing the area. Flights have since resumed normal operations.
