China has confirmed that its J-10CE fighter jet recorded its first combat success during the brief India-Pakistan military clash in May 2025, Chinese state news agency Xinhua reported on Monday.
During the four-day conflict between Pakistan and India, both countries launched missiles, fighter jets and drones at each other. At the same time, both nuclear states attacked each other with long-range weapons.
According to the multiple media reports, 70 people died on both sides during the conflict.
Pakistan claimed success in the four-day war between Pakistan and India. Several international media outlets confirmed that Pakistan shot down six Indian jets, including a French-made Rafale. India accepted its loss, but the numbers are not specified.
The Chinese state news agency said J-10CE destroyed “multiple aircraft” in mid-May. However, the media outlet didn’t mention the name of any country.
“In mid-May, the country’s export-oriented J-10CE fighter jet achieved its first combat victory, shooting down multiple aircraft in air combat without suffering any losses itself,” the state news agency said.
“The J-10CE’s combat success abroad fully demonstrates that domestically produced aviation equipment is practical and easy to use, possessing strong competitiveness compared to similar foreign equipment, and can also drive other domestically produced aviation equipment to enter the international market,” it added.
Also Read, Commander 12 Corps interact with locals during Besima City visit
On January 12, 2026, the Commander of 12 Corps, along with the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 33 Division, visited Besima City.
During the visit, they interacted with local stakeholders. This included traders, teachers, notables, and the youth of the area.
The locals expressed their appreciation to the Commander for engaging with the community during the visit.
They described the visit as a positive step towards building confidence, encouraging mutual trust, and addressing the concerns of the locals.
The Commander highlighted that the Army, in coordination with the civilian administration, is pursuing development projects in the area in order to improve facilities and quality of life for residents.
