American top intelligence agency chief Tulsi Gabbard has said that Pakistan is developing long-range missiles. These missiles can also target America. This statement of Gabbard has attracted the attention of the whole world. A new debate has intensified regarding this. This statement has come at a time when America and Israel are jointly fighting a war with Iran. Pakistan considers America as its friend and protector. In such a situation, this statement of Gabbard is shocking.
He has clearly said that Pakistan and China can become the biggest nuclear threat to America. All their conversations were in the perspective of the entire world but the debate has intensified with the mention of China-Pakistan as a new threat. Come, let us know which missiles are available with Pakistan? What is their capacity? How dangerous are these? Which missile projects is Pakistan working on?
Which missiles does Pakistan have?
Pakistan’s missile fleet can generally be understood in three parts. Short range ballistic missiles. Medium-range ballistic missiles and land- and sea-based cruise missiles. Pakistan is also said to have some such missiles, whose role is very limited. Meaning, it is possible to use them for limited targets in the war zone. The names of the missiles are explained like this.
- Ghaznavi: It is known as short range ballistic missile. It remains in discussion for its regional target capability. Its range is said to be approximately 290 kilometers.
- Shaheen Series: Shaheen is considered the main pillar of Pakistan’s ballistic capability. Shaheen-1 is placed in the short to medium range category, with a range of approximately 750 to 900 kilometers. Shaheen-2 is considered in the medium range category, which can hit about 1,500 to 2,000 kilometers. Shaheen-3 is known for its long range capability. Whose firepower is said to be around 2,750 kilometers. The purpose of all these missiles is said to be strategic deterrence.
Shaheen-3
- Abdali: It is also described as a short-range ballistic missile. Its range is around 180 to 200 kilometers.
- Nassar: This is included among the most controversial names. This is seen to be linked to the tactical nuclear role. Its range is 60 to 70 kilometers, but it is known for its accuracy.
- Cruise Missiles: Cruise missiles are different from ballistic missiles. They can fly at relatively low altitudes. The route can be changed.
- Babar Series: Babur is considered to be a land-based cruise missile family. The range of its different variants is said to be between 450 to 700 kilometers.
Babar-3 missile.
- Raad Series: Raad is described as an air-launched cruise missile. Its range is considered to be around 350 to 600 kilometers. There are many variants of this also.
- Submarine-launched missiles: Pakistan has been trying to show its strong counter capability. In this context, the name of Babar-3 comes up, which is a submarine-launched cruise missile. Its range is said to be around 450 kilometers. This part often becomes the center of strategic debate.
What’s in Pakistan’s pipeline?
A new name does not come every time in Pakistan’s missile program. Sometimes old platforms are upgraded. Still, among the issues which keep coming up in discussion, Pakistan is working on increasing the range and accuracy of the current series. Some new variants of cruise missiles may also emerge. Pakistan is also strengthening its sea-based capability. This simply means that Pakistan is continuously working on testing, upgrades, and platform integration.
THE US NOW FLAGS PAKISTAN AS A NUCLEAR THREAT
Tulsi Gabbard puts Pakistan in the top tier of nuclear threats to the US homeland
Says Pakistan is actively working on advanced missile delivery systems capable of carrying nuclear warheads over long ranges.
US intel assessment: pic.twitter.com/0AOq4TJILZ
— Nabila Jamal (@nabilajamal_) March 18, 2026
Why did the American Intelligence Chief’s claim increase the discussion?
When the chief of the American intelligence agency says something, it is taken seriously. People also start discussing. Headlines are made in the media. The debate among policy makers intensifies. A message is sent to allied countries and opposing countries. US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard presented a comprehensive picture of missile threats to the world. In this he also mentioned Russia, China, North Korea, Iran and Pakistan. It was also speculated that the number of such missiles may increase significantly in the coming years. Many media organizations have given rise to this discussion. Regarding Iran, Tulsi said that it is not the job of intelligence agencies to determine the immediate threats, it is the decision of the policy makers. In this whole environment, Pakistan’s name came into the line of great danger.
Pakistan is said to have both ballistic and cruise missile capabilities. Names like Shaheen, Ghaznavi, Abdali, Nasr are often discussed for ballistic missiles. Names like Babar and Raad come up again and again in the cruise category. Tulsi Gabbard’s statement highlighted Pakistan in the language of danger, hence the debate intensified. Keep in mind that most countries do not give official information regarding their nuclear programs, missile development etc. The reports that come out through media bring reports from various organizations.
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