Military operation

Operation Trident

4 Dec 1971 – 5 Dec 1971 · 24.86° N, 67.01° E

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When
4 Dec 1971 – 5 Dec 1971
Kind
Military operation
Coordinates
24.86° N, 67.01° E
Description
offensive military operation launched by India against Pakistan during Indo-Pakistani war of 1971

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Operation Trident (1971)

Indian navy offensive against Pakistan

Operation Trident was an offensive operation launched by the Indian Navy on Pakistan's port city of Karachi during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Operation Trident saw the first use of anti-ship missiles in combat in the region. The operation was conducted on the night of 4–5 December and inflicted heavy damage on Pakistani vessels and facilities.

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