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ISLAMABAD:<\/strong> The Pakistan Navy conducted a comprehensive operational exercise in the North Arabian Sea, during which it successfully tested surface-to-air missiles, loitering munitions and an unmanned surface vessel, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the military\u2019s media wing, the exercise included the live firing of an LY-80(N) surface-to-air missile from a vertical launching system at extended range. The missile accurately engaged and neutralised an aerial target, validating the long-range air defence capability of the Pakistan Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drills also involved the employment of loitering munitions against surface targets. These precision-guided weapons successfully destroyed designated targets, demonstrating the Navy\u2019s enhanced strike accuracy and operational effectiveness in modern naval warfare, the ISPR added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, open-sea trials of an unmanned surface vessel were conducted in challenging maritime conditions. The autonomous platform was tested for manoeuvrability, navigation accuracy and performance in adverse weather, confirming its high-speed capability and operational reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exercise was witnessed by the Commander Pakistan Fleet and involved the integrated use of conventional and unmanned systems, reflecting the Navy\u2019s ability to operate advanced technologies in line with evolving security requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf said the exercise demonstrated the Pakistan Navy\u2019s operational readiness and combat preparedness. He commended officers and personnel for their professionalism and reaffirmed the Navy\u2019s commitment to ensuring the seaward defence of Pakistan and safeguarding national maritime interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah congratulated the Pakistan Navy, scientists and engineers on the successful test of the LY-80 missile, terming it a significant milestone for national defence. Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also lauded the achievement, describing it as an important step towards strengthening Pakistan\u2019s maritime security.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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