Islamabad, October 18: Pakistan on Wednesday said that it successfully conducted the flight test of Ababeel Weapon System to further strengthen its deterrence. According to a statement issued by the army, the test flight was aimed at re-validating various design, technical parameters and performance evaluation of different subsystems of the weapon system.

"The missile system is aimed at strengthening deterrence and enhancing strategic stability in the region through the operationalization of Full Spectrum Deterrence in the overall construct of Credible Minimum Deterrence,” it stated. No details about the missile system have been provided by the army. Gaza Hospital Blast: Explosion Kills 500; Hamas And Israel Trade Blame As War Enters 12th Day.

Pakistan Successfully Conducts Flight Test of Ababeel Missile

The launch was witnessed by General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), and senior officers, scientists and engineers of strategic organisations. Gen Mirza appreciated the technical prowess, dedication and commitment of all those who contributed towards the successful test. Gaza Hospital Attack: IDF Releases Critical Technical Intel Evidence of Islamic Jihad Hand in Al-Ahli Hospital Explosion (Watch Video).

President Arif Alvi, caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar and the services chiefs congratulated all members of the strategic forces on the achievement.

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