Explanation

Pakistan conducted a successful flight test of the Ababeel weapon system, a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday. 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,” the military’s media wing added.