India’s air dominance in Operation Sindoor forced Pakistan to seek ceasefire, European report says

A European military analysis finds India maintained air superiority and escalation dominance during Operation Sindoor, compelling Pakistan to seek a ceasefire in the May 2025 conflict. The report details India's successful strikes on Pakistani air-defence and air bases, degrading Pakistan's military capabilities and protecting key Indian assets. The study highlights a decisive shift in India's crisis-response doctrine, with political leadership authorizing deep strikes and granting armed forces broad operational freedom.