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News18
10-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
‘Pakistan Will Face Consequences': India Says Neighbour ‘Waited' For IMF Bailout Before Big Escalation
Last Updated: The 300-400 drones sent before this by Pakistan on Friday morning seem to be more of intelligence-gathering missions to assess India's air defences before the strike on Saturday Pakistan launching Fatah Series ballistic missiles at Indian Air Force forward bases and cities like Delhi under 'Operation Bunyanun Marsoos' on Saturday morning is a major escalation, top Indian government sources told CNN-News18. India has hit major air bases of Pakistan, including Rawalpindi, in response to warn Pakistan of the country's ability to strike the heart of Pakistan Army. It seems a clear ploy by Pakistan to launch its big strike after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout on Saturday evening despite India's objection to it—the 300-400 drones sent before this by Pakistan on Friday morning seem to be more of intelligence-gathering missions to assess India's air defences before the strike on Saturday. 'Pakistan did not want its IMF bailout to be jeopardised in any way. Hence their big escalation has come post that. Pakistan also cleared its air space on Saturday morning, unlike Friday, indicating it waited for the IMF bailout before launching its big operation which has been foiled by India," a senior official said. India is also making it clear that it will go to any length to teach Pakistan a lesson if it does not stop to escalate hereon. 'The original escalation was on April 22 by Pakistan in Pahalgam. Operation Sindoor by India was our response on May 7 to target Pakistan's terror infrastructure and not their military assets or civilian population," an official said. But what Pakistan has done now ups the ante as they targeted our forward military bases in Udhampur, Jammu and Pathankot and fired a missile towards Delhi. All these attacks have been foiled," sources said, 'This will have consequences." First Published:
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
No takers for Pakistan's 'false-flag' allegation on Pahalgam attack at UNSC session, tough questions posed
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The United Nations Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal session, sources in New York told about the closed-door UNSC meeting convened on 15-nation Security Council held deliberations on Monday afternoon amid growing tensions between India and was no statement published by the UN body following the "closed consultations" that was requested by Pakistan, a non-permanent member of the Council whose presidency for the month of May is currenlty held by Greece, a permanent representaive to the United told ANI that UN Security Council members raised tough questions for Pakistan at its informal closed door session. The members refused to accept the "false flag" narrative planted by the Pakistani side and asked whether the Lashkar-e-Taiba, a proscribed terror organisation with deep ties to Pakistan, was likely to be involved in the terror said, there was broad condemnation of the terrorist attack and recognition of the need for accountability. Some members specifically brought up targeting of tourists on the basis of their religious members expressed concern that Pakistan's missile tests and nuclear rhetoric were escalatory factors. Pakistan on Monday conducted a training launch of a Fatah Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometres as part of the ongoing "Execises Indus",Pakistan's efforts to internationalize the situation also failed. They were advised to sort out the issues bilaterally with Dawn News has reported that water flows in the Chenab, recorded at the Marala headworks, decreased from up to 35,000 cusecs on Sunday to about 3,100 cusecs on Monday morning. Chenab is very important for Pakistan's irrigation system, as its canals, including the UCC and BRB canals, irrigate a vast tract of agricultural land in had held the Indus Water treaty in abeyance following the Pahalgam attack and the shortage of water is seen as a likely fallout of anothet setback for Pakistan, Lufthansa Airlines on Monday suspended operations via the Pakistani airspace, according to an official release of the German aviation India closed its airspace to all aircraft registered in Pakistan and those operated by Pakistani airlines, according to the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA). India issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) confirming the closure of its airspace to all Pakistani-registered, operated, or leased aircraft, including military flights, from April 30 to May 23 (estimated duration).
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.
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First Post
05-05-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Pakistan launches two surface-to-surface missiles amid tension with India: How deadly are these weapons?
Pakistan has test-fired two surface-to-surface missiles in the last few days. After the Abdali Weapon System, its military said Monday it carried out a 'training launch' of the Fatah Series ballistic missile with a range of 120 kilometres. The launch comes amid a spike in tensions with India in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack read more This handout photograph released by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) on February 15, 2013, shows a Pakistani short range surface to surface Ballistic Missile Hatf II (Abdali) launched from an undisclosed location. File Photo/AFP Pakistan has test-fired two surface-to-surface missiles since last week amid an uptick in tensions with India in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. After the Abdali Weapon System, Islamabad said Monday (May 5) that it conducted a 'training launch' of the Fatah Series ballistic missile. The launch of the missiles is being seen as Pakistan's provocation against India. Tensions have spiked between the two rival neighbours since the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. Both nations have announced tit-for-tat measures, including suspending visas for each other's nationals. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As tensions escalate, how powerful are these weapons test-fired by Pakistan? We will explain. Pakistan test launches Fatah missile Pakistan on Monday carried out the training launch of Fatah Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometres, Dawn reported, citing the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Pakistan military's media wing. '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,' the statement read. It said the launch came as part of Pakistan's ongoing military exercise, Indus. Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir congratulated the troops, scientists, and engineers involved in the launch. '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 ISPR's statement added. Pakistan has previously claimed that India is planning a military incursion. Its military has warned of a 'sure and decisive' response to any such escalation. About Fatah missiles Last year, Pakistan reportedly tested the Fatah-II rocket system, a guided small-range ballistic missile. It is an advanced variant of the Fatah-I, which has a range of 150 km. Fatah-II, with a range of 400 km, can hit a target with greater accuracy and precision, as per The Diplomat article. Its circular error probe (CEP) is less than 10 meters. The missile's range enables it to strike mobile targets like S-400 air defence systems. Reports say Islamabad developed Fatah-II to 'challenge' the Russian-made S-400 'Triumf' air defence system owned by India. Pakistan's missile boasts cutting-edge flight control technology and an advanced pathfinding method. The rocket is 'equipped with state-of-the-art avionics, sophisticated navigation system, and unique flight trajectory,' as per an official press release by Pakistan. A Pakistani army soldier stands atop a military vehicle carrying Fatah missile (Guided Multi Launch Rocket System) during the Pakistan Day parade in Islamabad on March 23, 2022. File Photo/AFP Its low production and operational costs give it an edge over short-range ballistic missiles (SRBMs) with similar ranges that Pakistan possesses. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Usman Haider, pursuing an MPhil in Strategic Studies from the National Defense University, Islamabad, wrote for The Diplomat last year that Fatah-II demonstrates the 'presence of land interdiction tactics in the Pakistan Army's conventional warfighting strategy to delay, disrupt, and destroy Indian IBGs [Integrated Battle Groups] advancing towards Pakistan's border. With a length of 7.5 m, the rocket can carry a 365 kg warhead. It is also a 'navigation system, unique trajectory, and manoeuvrable features, which make the launcher capable of engaging targets with high precision and defeating any missile defence system', ISPR said earlier, as per Jane's Defence Weekly. ALSO READ: Why India can't expect 'cooperation' from Pakistan on Pahalgam terror attack How deadly is the Abdali Weapon System? Pakistan's Abdali Weapon System is a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kilometres. It was test-fired on Saturday (May 3). '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 manoeuverability features,' the ISPR said in a press release, as per Dawn. Analysts in Pakistan told AFP that the missile launch was a warning to India. 'It clearly indicates that we have the resources to counter India. This is not a message only for India but the rest of the world that we are well-prepared,' said Hasan Askari Rizvi, a military analyst. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Speaking to Indian Express, an official in New Delhi called the testing of the ballistic missile a 'reckless act of provocation and a dangerous escalation by Pakistan in its hostile campaign against India.' Ballistic missiles usually have three stages of flight. According to the American non-profit The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation, 'Boost Phase begins at launch and lasts until the rocket engine(s) stops firing and the missile begins unpowered flight. Depending on the missile, boost phase can last three to five minutes. Midcourse Phase begins after the rocket(s) stops firing. The missile continues to ascend toward the highest point in its trajectory, and then begins to descend toward Earth.' The Terminal Phase – the final phase – is when the warhead has detached and hits the target. Pakistan's ballistic missile, named after Ahmed Shah Abdali, the Afghan ruler who invaded India on multiple occasions in the 18th century, uses projectile motion to reach its target. The missile can carry conventional and nuclear warheads. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With inputs from agencies
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Business Standard
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Pakistan tests surface-to-surface missiles amid rising tensions with India
The Pakistani military on Monday said it has carried out a training launch of a Fatah Series surface-to-surface missile with a range of 120 kilometres for "ensuring the operational readiness of troops," Pakistani newspaper Dawn reported. The launch comes amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people. '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,' the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of Pakistan Army, said in a statement. On May 3, Islamabad conducted a training launch of the Abdali weapon system, a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kms. India's defence exercise Meanwhile, last week, the Indian Navy said that its latest indigenous guided missile destroyer INS Surat successfully shot down a fast, low-flying missile target that was skimming over the sea surface. Moreover, on April 27, the Navy also said that its ships undertook successful multiple anti-ship firings to revalidate and demonstrate readiness of platforms, systems and crew for long range precision offensive strike. "Indian Navy stands combat ready, credible and future ready in safeguarding the nation's maritime interests anytime, anywhere and anyhow," the Navy added. Ceasefire violations The missile test also comes amid continued ceasefire violations by Pakistani troops for the last 11 days along the Line of Control (LoC). On the intervening night of May 4 and May 5, Pakistani troops engaged in unprovoked small arms firing in areas opposite Kupwara, Baramulla, Poonch, Rajauri, Mendhar, Naushera, Sunderbani and Akhnoor areas of Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army responded promptly and proportionately, according to an official statement.
