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Express Tribune
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Pakistan tests missile that can evade anti-ballistic missile systems
Pakistan successfully conducts training launch of the Abdali Weapon System, a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450kms as part of Ex INDUS. PHOTO: PPI Pakistan on Monday successfully conducted a training launch of a Fatah Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometres, as part of the ongoing "Ex-INDUS" military exercise. The launch aimed to ensure the operational readiness of troops and validate key technical parameters, including the missile's advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy, according to a news release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The guidance system makes the rocket a precision weapon, enhancing its lethality and efficacy, while the trajectory mode and terminal guidance technology enable it to evade the enemy's anti-ballistic missile systems. The training launch was witnessed by senior officers of the Pakistan Army, as well as scientists and engineers from Pakistan's strategic organisations. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir congratulated the participating troops, scientists and engineers. They expressed complete confidence in the operational preparedness and technical proficiency of the Pakistan Army to thwart any aggression against the territorial integrity of Pakistan, according to the ISPR. President Asif Ali Zardari also felicitated the nation on the successful training launch of the Fatah Series missile, his office said in a statement on Monday. The president appreciated the efforts by the security forces, scientists, and engineers to strengthen national defence, reiterating the nation's resolve to ensure national defence and security. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded Gen Mirza and Gen Munir, the scientists and engineers who took part in the successful training launch of the missile.
Business Recorder
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pakistan conducts successful training launch of 120km Fatah missile
Pakistan conducted on Monday the successful training launch of a FATAH Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometers as part of ongoing Ex INDUS. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) saidin a press release that launch was aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile's advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, and the Chief of Army Staff extended their congratulations to the participating troops, scientists, and engineers. They expressed complete confidence in the operational preparedness and technical proficiency of Pakistan Army to thwart any aggression against the territorial integrity of Pakistan. The training launch was witnessed by senior officers of Pakistan Army, as well as officers, scientists and engineers from Pakistan's strategic organizations. The test launch comes amid tensions between Pakistan and India in the wake of a deadly attack in occupied Kashmir's Pahalgam area. On Saturday, Pakistan conducted a successful training launch of the Abdali Weapon System, a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kilometers, the military's media wing said.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan test-fires second missile as tensions persist after Pahalgam terror attack
Photo credit: Dawn News Pakistan on Monday carried out a test-fired of its home-made surface-to-surface missile, Fatah, which can hit targets at a range of up to 120 kilometres, according to its military's media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Pakistani news outlets reported. The missile test was conducted as part of a military drill named Exercise INDUS or Ex INDUS. "The flight test was aimed at validating the design and performance features of the weapon system," the ISPR said in a statement. It added that the missile is part of Pakistan's tactical strike capability. Senior army officials, along with scientists and engineers from Pakistan's strategic organisations, were present to witness the launch. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Funny Photos Taken At The Right Time - Perfectly Timed Photos Ever Click Here Undo This was Pakistan's second missile launch in two days after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 civilians died, which has heightened tensions in the region between the two nuclear powers. Earlier, on Saturday, the Pakistani military had also carried out a training launch of its surface-to-surface missile system, Abdali. Tensions between India and Pakistan have increased following the terror attack in Pahalgam. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 24 said that the people behind the Pahalgam terror attack and those supporting them will be punished. In a meeting on April 29 with senior defence officials, Modi said that the armed forces have "complete operational freedom" to choose how, when, and where to respond to the attack, news agency PTI reported, quoting government sources.
Business Recorder
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pakistan conducts successful training launch of Fatah missile
Pakistan conducted on Monday the successful training launch of a FATAH Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometers as part of ongoing Ex INDUS. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) saidin a press release that launch was aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile's advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, and the Chief of Army Staff extended their congratulations to the participating troops, scientists, and engineers. They expressed complete confidence in the operational preparedness and technical proficiency of Pakistan Army to thwart any aggression against the territorial integrity of Pakistan. The training launch was witnessed by senior officers of Pakistan Army, as well as officers, scientists and engineers from Pakistan's strategic organizations. The test launch comes amid tensions between Pakistan and India in the wake of a deadly attack in occupied Kashmir's Pahalgam area. On Saturday, Pakistan conducted a successful training launch of the Abdali Weapon System, a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kilometers, the military's media wing said.
Mint
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
‘Ex INDUS': Pakistan conducts training launch of FATAH Series surface-to-surface missile amid tension with India — VIDEO
Pakistan reportedly conducted a "successful training launch of a FATAH Series surface-to-surface missile" on Monday amid escalating tensions with India over the Pahalgam terror attack. The missile, with a range of 120 kilometers, was launched as part of ongoing "Ex INDUS", Pakistan's state broadcaster PTV reported on Monday. The training launch was witnessed by senior officers of Pakistan Army, as well as officers, scientists and engineers from Pakistan's strategic organisations, the report added. PTV reported that the launch was 'aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile's advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy.' First Published: 5 May 2025, 01:14 PM IST
