{
  "id": 14210998,
  "title": "Pakistan Army test-fires Fatah-2 extended-range hypersonic ballistic missile",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/pakistan-army-test-fires-fatah-2-extended-range-hypersonic-ballistic",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T13:22:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40444015/pakistan-army-test-fires-fatah-2-extended-range-hypersonic-ballistic-missile"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Tuesday, the Pakistan Army successfully test-fired an extended-range version of its Fatah-2 hypersonic ballistic missile, according to the military's media wing. The ISPR, the military's public relations department, praised the weapon system for its advanced navigation and state-of-the-art avionics, which enable it to hit targets with high precision. The missile's unique trajectory and maneuverability allow it to outmaneuver enemy missile defense systems, while its extended range enhances the army's ability to strike deep into enemy territory. The test was observed by the Commander of the Army Rocket Force Command, senior Pakistani Army officials, and the scientists and engineers working on the project. The Army Rocket Force Commander expressed appreciation for the dedication and technical skills of the involved personnel. High-ranking officials including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, and the Chief of Defence Forces also congratulated the scientists and engineers on the successful launch. Additionally, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the nation for this significant advancement in the country's defense capabilities, stating that the Pakistani Army scientists and engineers had achieved a commendable feat.",
  "summary": "Pakistan Army has successfully test-fired the extended-range version of its Fatah-2 hypersonic ballistic missile, the military’s media wing said on Tuesday. According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the weapon system is equipped with advanced navigation and state-of-the-art avionics, enabling it to engage targets with high precision. The ISPR said the…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Dawn - Pakistan",
        "title": "Army conducts successful test launch of hypersonic Fatah-2 extended range missile: ISPR",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/army-conducts-successful-test-launch-of-hypersonic-fatah-2-extended",
        "published": "2026-10-13T12:27:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Watch: Pakistan test-fires extended-range hypersonic missile",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/watch-pakistan-test-fires-extended-range-hypersonic-missile",
        "published": "2026-10-13T13:36:36.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Times",
        "title": "Pakistan successfully tests extended-range Fatah-2 missile",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/pakistan-successfully-tests-extended-range-fatah-2-missile",
        "published": "2026-10-13T13:46:45.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}