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Pak test-fires extended-range Fatah-4 missile

Pakistan's military successfully tested an advanced version of the Fatah-4 ground-launched cruise missile on Tuesday, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The extended Fatah-4, featuring cutting-edge avionics and navigation systems, is capable of reaching distant targets with remarkable precision and destructive power.

The test validated enhancements to various sub-systems, bolstering the missile's accuracy and defensive capabilities. Senior military officials, scientists, and engineers witnessed the launch. The Pakistani leadership, including the president, prime minister, and service chiefs, praised the achievement, highlighting the technical expertise and dedication of the contributors.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauded the scientists and engineers, emphasizing it as a significant development for the nation's defense. The Fatah-4, capable of evading enemy missile defenses through its ability to follow terrain, was previously tested in September 2025 from a distance of 750 kilometers.

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