(National): Pakistan conducts successful flight test of Ababeel Weapon System.

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

The test flight was aimed at re-validating various design, technical parameters and performance evaluation of different sub-systems 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.

Today's launch was witnessed by Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza and senior officers from...