Pakistan successfully conducted a training launch of the 120-kilometre-range Fatah series surface-to-surface missile on Monday as part of Exercise INDUS. The test was intended to validate operational readiness and technical accuracy, strengthening Pakistan’s defence capabilities amidst regional tensions.
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced that the launch, executed during Exercise INDUS, assessed the Pakistan Army’s readiness and the Fatah missile’s advanced navigation and targeting systems. Senior military officials, alongside scientists and engineers from strategic organisations, observed the test. The missile’s 120km range enhances Pakistan’s precision strike capabilities, bolstering national security.
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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. #FATAH #PakistanArmy #COAS
The launch was aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating… pic.twitter.com/CQ9xsf8NnP
— Pakistan Armed Forces News 🇵🇰 (@PakistanFauj) May 5, 2025The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee and the Chief of Army Staff praised the personnel, affirming confidence in the armed forces’ ability to counter external threats. The test follows Pakistan’s recent UN call to address India’s provocations, underscoring its focus on maintaining robust defence readiness in a tense regional climate.
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Pakistan’s successful Fatah missile test on May 5, 2025, demonstrates its commitment to operational excellence and defence strength. Exercise INDUS reinforces military capabilities, so the launch sends a clear message of readiness. Amid regional challenges, Pakistan’s strategic focus remains unwavering.
