Military conducts successful flight test of Ababeel missile.

ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan on Wednesday conducted a successful flight test of the Ababeel weapon system, said a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)

The latest test of the ballistic missile system was aimed at 're-validating various design, technical parameters, and performance evaluation of different sub-systems'.

'The missile system is aimed at strengthening deterrence and enhancing strategic stability in the region through the operationalisation of full spectrum deterrence in the overall construct of credible minimum deterrence,' said ISPR.

The launch was witnessed by Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, senior officers from the Strategic Plans Division and Strategic Forces Command, scientists and engineers of strategic organisations.

CJCSC appreciated the technical prowess, dedication and commitment of all those who contributed towards the...