An American military expert has said that Chinese-made air defence systems, used by Pakistan, were too weak to stop India’s BrahMos missiles. Colonel (Retd) John Spencer told India Today that India’s successful use of BrahMos missiles during the recent conflict showed its military strength. He said India proved it can strike “anywhere in Pakistan, anytime.” Spencer praised Operation Sindoor, saying India showed both strong attack and defence capabilities while targeting Pakistan’s military bases.

India successfully hit targets across Pakistan and defended itself well against Pakistani drone and missile attacks, said Colonel (Retd) John Spencer, a U.S. urban warfare expert. Spencer, chair of urban warfare studies at the Modern War Institute, pointed out that India’s BrahMos missile was able to break through Chinese air defence systems used by Pakistan. He said this shows India’s strong military technology.

He added, “Chinese air defence systems and missilesare not as good as India’s. India’s BrahMos missile was able to get past both Chinese and Pakistani defences. India sent a clear message that it can strike anywhere in Pakistan, anytime.” On May 10, India struck 11 air bases in Pakistan using BrahMos missiles after Pakistan launched drone and missile attacks targeting Indian military sites.

Colonel (Retd) John Spencer said that on May 7, India launched Operation Sindoor, which effectively bypassed and jammed Pakistan’s Chinese-made air defence systems to hit terror camps located deep inside Pakistan. Calling Operation Sindoor a turning point in the fight against terror, Spencer said it caused heavy losses for the Pakistani army. He added that India made it clear it does not want war but will punish terrorism without escalation.

Spencer praised India’s clear communication during the conflict, saying the release of satellite images and photos helped spread verified facts. He said military experts and students will study this operation for years.He also said other countries fighting terror can learn from India’s strategy.

Spencer urged the world to stop being neutral and openly call out Pakistan for supporting terrorism. He supported India’s decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it a smart move to make Pakistan rethink its support for terror groups. He said, “The world needs to call out Pakistan on terror and those backing it. Pakistan’s support for terror will continue, but Pakistan will rethink the costs.”