What Is Fatah-2 Missile That Pakistan Reportedly Targeted India With?

Pakistan reportedly launched the Fatah-II missile, a state-of-the-art short-range ballistic missile (SRBM). Multiple news media outlets quoted sources who said Pakistan launched the missile under 'Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos'. The missile was allegedly launched towards Delhi, but was intercepted over Sirsa in Haryana.

The Fatah-II missile, with a striking range of 400 kilometres, can deliver ballistic payloads to far-off distances with precision. It is a successor to the Fatah-1 missile. This new missile is equipped with cutting-edge avionics and an advanced inertial satellite navigation system, enabling it to hit targets with remarkable accuracy, reportedly achieving a Circular Error Probable (CEP) of less than 10 meters. This means it can hit targets with an error margin of just 10 metres.

Such precision allows the Fateh-II to effectively engage high-value targets deep within enemy territory, including military bases, bridges, communication hubs, and air defence installations.