Fake News Alert: PIB Debunks Claim That U.S. Used Indian Airspace During Iran Strikes In Operation Midnight Hammer

Amid rising global tensions and flood of misinformation on social, the Press Information Bureau’s (PIB) fact-check unit stepped in to debunk yet another false narrative this time involving India’s alleged role in a U.S. military operation against Iran.

In a post on X, the fact-check unit of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) debunked false claims circulating on social media regarding the use of Indian airspace by the United States. Several social media accounts alleged that Indian airspace was used by the U.S. to launch aircraft against Iran during Operation Midnight Hammer.

Several social media accounts have claimed that Indian Airspace was used by the United States to launch aircraft against Iran during Operation Midnight Hammer. This claim is FAKE. Indian Airspace was NOT used by the United States during Operation Midnight Hammer: PIB pic.twitter.com/T8WcAC5uTW

— ANI (@ANI) June 22, 2025

However, PIB clarified that the claim is completely false.

“Indian airspace was not used by the United States during Operation Midnight Hammer,” PIB stated, labeling the viral posts as fake.

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The US bombed three nuclear sites in Iran overnight, with President Donald Trump warning of additional strikes if Iran retaliates.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen. Dan Caine had explained the route used by US aircraft during a press briefing.