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Pakistan Developing ICBM That Could Reach the United States

Pakistan Developing ICBM That Could Reach the United States
Is Pakistan developing nuclear intercontinental ballistic missile? Report says US is jittery · businesstoday.in

Pakistan is reportedly building a long-range missile (ICBM) that could reach the U.S. This has caused concern in Washington.

The U.S. might consider Pakistan a nuclear opponent if the missile program advances.

ICBMs can carry nuclear weapons and have a range over 5,500 km.

Pakistan's current missiles do not have the same range.

The U.S. has sanctioned Pakistani entities linked to this missile program.

Pakistan may be building this missile for deterrence.

Key facts

Missile Type
ICBM (Intercontinental Ballistic Missile)
Potential Target
United States
Range of ICBMs
Over 5,500 km
Pakistan's Current Missile
Shaheen-III (2,700 km range)
U.S. Response
May view Pakistan as a nuclear adversary
U.S. Sanctions
Imposed on entities overseeing missile programs

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