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News18
05-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
‘Weak, Show Of Strength For Citizens': Pakistan's FATAH Missile Claims Exposed
Last Updated: Pakistan Army's missile posturing was exposed by sources who said that the FATAH missiles can be intercepted using Samyukta EW systems and S-400. Pakistan Army, which boasted 'a successful training launch of a FATAH Series surface-to-surface missile" on Monday, is misleading its citizens by claiming that it is one of the strongest missiles their military industrial complex has made. Government sources speaking to CNN-News18 said that the FATAH missile is a 'weak missile". 'Pakistan launches another weak missile and misleads the world and misleads its own people," the sources said. They also said that the Pakistan Army is trying to project strength in front of its citizens. '(Pakistan Army Chief Asim) Munir seeks to project military strength to reassure the public as Pakistan grapples with economic turmoil and political uncertainty," they said. 'But focusing too much on conventional deterrence could take resources away from dealing with internal security issues, especially as groups like the TTP regain strength in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa," they further added. The sources said that the testing of the missile during Exercise Indus only serves few strategic objectives. They said that the test was done to check the missile's advanced navigation system and precision, while ensuring its troops are prepared. They also said that its range is 120 kilometres, which restricts its utility to short-range engagements and that its navigational system could be susceptible to jamming or spoofing. They also said that India's S-400 air defense systems, purchased from Russia and deployed along the border, could intercept such missiles and reduce their impact on the battlefield. 'The missile's GPS and INS guidance system may be open to electronic warfare tactics, such as jamming or spoofing by India's Samyukta EW systems," the sources said, adding that because it lacks MaRV technology it is also not manoeuvrable and hence easier to track and intercept. They also said that supply chain issues could completely 'damage" production, if sanctions are imposed on China. 'Pakistan's missile program depends on Chinese components like rocket engines, guidance systems. Sanctions or supply-chain disruptions could completely damage production," they said. They also said that the missiles could end up hurting Pakistan economically, domestically and on the global stage. 'Repeated missile tests may draw criticism from FATF or the US, complicating Pakistan's efforts to exit global watchlists or secure IMF bailouts. Developing and maintaining such systems strains Pakistan's economy where inflation is 38% and debt-to-GDP ratio is 85%," the sources said. First Published:
India.com
05-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan Test-Fires 2nd Missile Amid Rising India Tensions After Pahalgam Terror Attack
As tensions soar between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan on Monday test-fired its second missile in just three days, signaling increased military posturing in the region. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed that Pakistan had successfully tested the Fatah surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 km. The test is in line with the current military exercise 'Exercise Indus' and was intended to check the operational readiness, navigation capability, and improved accuracy of the missile. The test is the culmination of Saturday's training firing of Abdali Weapon System, a surface-to-surface ballistic missile, which can target up to 450 kilometers away. Pakistan today conducted a successful training launch of a FATAH Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometers as part of ongoing Ex INDUS. — Directorate of Electronic Media and Publications (@demp_moib) May 5, 2025 These incidents follow the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 individuals—majority of them tourists. The attack was attributed to an offshoot of Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), which led India to take prompt retaliatory actions. In retaliation, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, canceled visas granted to Pakistani citizens, and tightened border security. At the same time, Pakistani troops have continued unprovoked ceasefire breaches along the Line of Control (LoC), with exchange of fire being reported for the 11th straight night as of May 4–5. India has retaliated with strong retaliatory action. India Exhibits Military Readiness India, however, has asserted its military strength. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the armed forces "full operational freedom" to act as they deem fit. Last week, the Indian Air Force conducted Exercise Aakraman with frontline fighter aircraft like Rafales, while the Navy showcased combat readiness across strategic seas. On Friday, IAF aircraft carried out a spectacular "land-and-go" mission on a section of the Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh—a demonstration of India's speed of deployment. As both countries are intensifying military exercises and diplomatic tensions are running high, the situation is precarious with international stakeholders closely watching events in the region.
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.
Arab News
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Pakistan test fires surface-to-surface missile amid threat of war with India
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan successfully conducted the training launch of a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometers on Monday, the military's media wing said, amid fears of Islamabad's surging tensions with New Delhi resulting in a military confrontation. Pakistani and Indian forces have traded intermittent fire along the de facto border between the two states in the disputed Kashmir region since Apr. 26. Tensions between the two countries rose after a militant attack at a popular tourist spot in Indian-administered Kashmir on Apr. 22 killed 26 tourists. India blamed Pakistan for the attack, which Islamabad strongly denied and called for an international probe into the incident. Pakistan has warned India of a 'decisive' response if it launches any military action against it. On Saturday, Pakistan conducted a successful training launch of the Abdali Weapon System— a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kilometers. 'Pakistan today conducted a 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), the military's media wing, said. The training launch was witnessed by senior officers of the Pakistan Army, as well as officers, scientists and engineers from the country's strategic organizations, the ISPR said. '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,' it added. The military said Pakistan's chairman joint chiefs of staff committee, and Army Chief General Syed 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,' the statement said. Pakistan and India have fought two out of three wars over the disputed Kashmir territory. Each side claims the territory in full but administers only parts of it, separated by a de facto border known as the Line of Control (LoC). Both countries have taken hostile measures against each other since the attack, including expelling their nationals and suspending bilateral trade. India also announced it was suspending a decades-long water-sharing treaty between the two nations, with Pakistan warning attempts to block or divert its water flow would be considered an 'act of war.' Top Pakistani leaders have reached out to foreign capitals and senior officials in China, United States, Russia, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Iran and other countries, amid fears that India's possible action over the attack may lead to a wider conflict in the region.
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.
