In a dramatic escalation between India and Pakistan, a Pakistani long-range Fatah-II ballistic missile was intercepted by Israel’s Barak-8 air defense system near Sirsa, close to New Delhi.
The missile was reportedly aimed at a “strategic target” in the Indian capital but was destroyed midair, with debris found near the interception site.
This event highlights once again the effectiveness of Israeli weaponry. As seen in the 2022 Nagorno-Karabakh war, where Israeli systems played a decisive role, global demand for Israeli defense technology has only grown. India remains Israel’s top arms buyer, placing multi-billion dollar orders for cutting-edge military systems that outperform rivals, including Russia and China.
Footage and reports from the current India-Pakistan conflict validate these capabilities. Formerly prestigious weapons—like the French Rafale jets—have underperformed, while Israeli systems are proving highly effective in real combat.
According to AP, Pakistan accused India of launching retaliatory strikes on three air force bases. Meanwhile, the Indian military stated that the previous day saw an intense Pakistani assault involving 300–400 suicide drones and heavy artillery fire along the western border. Officials believe the goal was to test India’s air defense systems and gather intelligence.
Don’t blink—this conflict is rapidly evolving, turning into a live demonstration ground for the world’s most advanced military technologies.