Islamabad: Pakistan successfully conducted a training launch of its Fatah series surface-to-surface missile, with a range of 120 kilometers.
The launch was part of the ongoing military exercise “Ex INDUS,” according to an official statement from the military’s media wing.
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed that the primary goal of the test was to assess the operational readiness of the troops and validate critical technical aspects of the missile system.
These included testing the missile’s advanced navigation system and enhancing its targeting accuracy.
The launch was observed by senior military officials and scientists and engineers from Pakistan’s strategic organizations.
Following the successful test, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir extended their congratulations to all involved personnel.
Both leaders expressed full confidence in the armed forces’ operational preparedness and technical capabilities, emphasizing their readiness to protect Pakistan’s territorial integrity from any external threat.
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This marks Pakistan’s second missile test within a span of just two days. On Saturday, the military also successfully conducted a training launch of its surface-to-surface Abdali weapon system.
Earlier in May 2024, Pakistan had tested the Fatah-II guided rocket system, which boasts a range of 400 kilometers, further showcasing the country’s missile development efforts.
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The tests come amid rising regional tensions, particularly in the context of Pakistan-India relations, underscoring Pakistan’s continued focus on strengthening its defense capabilities.
