Hypersonic Fatah-2 ER missile test-launched by Pakistan Army

The ISPR said the missile's unusual trajectory and manoeuvrability are meant to overcome enemy missile defences, while senior officers and scientists watched the launch.

Pakistan Army test-launched the Fatah-2 Extended Range (ER) ballistic missile on Tuesday, according to the ISPR.

The military describes the weapon as hypersonic, with advanced navigation technology and modern avionics.

The statement says the missile is designed to get past enemy missile defences and hit targets at greater distances.

The test was watched by the Army Rocket Force Command commander, senior officers, and scientists and engineers.

The available statement gives no range figure, launch location, or deployment timeline.

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