evidence: After days of increasing hostility between India and Pakistan, things seem to be de-escalating. Yesterday, Pakistan Prime Minister announced the release of Wing commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by the Pakistani armed forces when he landed in Pakistan occupied Kashmir after his jet crashed in aerial combat with Pakistan. As per the reports, he shot down a Pakistan F-16 before being downed. [...] On Wednesday, Wing Commander Abhinandan was taken into custody by the Pakistani army after his. Pakistan then released a video in which the 38-year-old fighter pilot, who has 16 years of experience with the IAF, is seen sipping tea, as a Pakistani major questioned him. WC Abhinandan Varthaman is being hailed as a hero for the calm and composure he exhibited while refusing to share any information about his mission with the Pakistani army. [...] Fighter pilot Abhinandan Varthaman was first taken to Indian High Commission in Islamabad from where he was handed over to Indian officials. A convoy of 8-9 cars reached Wagah border which had Abhinandan in one of the cars. According to the reports, two top officers from the Indian Air Force officials were also present to receive Wing Commander Abhinandan at the Wagah border on Friday evening. After spending over 60 hours in the custody of Pakistan, Wing Commander Abhinandan was escorted by the Pakistani soldiers as he marched towards the Indian territory.