The Pakistani Rahim Yar Khan airbase runway closure has been extended until August 15, 2025, following extensive damage from India’s Operation Sindoor, a retaliatory airstrike after a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. The strike, which utilized precision weapons like the BrahMos-A missile, left substantial operational impairments, questioning Pakistan’s repair capabilities and exposing vulnerabilities in its air defense infrastructure. The prolonged downtime affects both military operations and civilian flights, highlighting India’s strategic advantage in precision warfare and enhancing domestic confidence in its defense capabilities. This situation underscores the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, particularly concerning air superiority and regional security dynamics.