Sat May 03 09:05:10 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan Successfully Tests Abdali Surface-to-Surface Missile Amidst India Tensions
**Islamabad, May 3, 2025** – Pakistan announced the successful test launch of its Abdali Weapon System, a surface-to-surface missile with a range of 450 kilometers. The launch, part of a military exercise codenamed “Exercise INDUS,” was conducted on Saturday and witnessed by high-ranking military officials and scientists.
The Pakistani army stated the launch aimed to verify the missile’s technical capabilities, including its navigation system and maneuverability. President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the services chiefs congratulated the teams involved, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining a credible minimum deterrence.
This test comes amidst heightened tensions between Pakistan and India following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. While Pakistan did not explicitly link the launch to the current situation, the timing is significant and raises concerns about regional stability. Further details regarding “Exercise INDUS” have not yet been released.
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