US to Supply AIM-120 Missiles to Pakistan: The United States has tried the sale of AIM-120 Wide Medium-Range (AMRAAM) air-to-air missiles to Pakistan. This move signals a renewed military cooperation between the two countries. India has drawn particular sustentation considering the new missiles will enhance the operational capabilities of Pakistan's F-16 squadron and are seen as an struggle to counter India's Rafale jets.
According to an official document released by Washington, Pakistan will receive AIM-120D-3 missiles by 2030. This supply is part of a broader list of stovepipe sales to US allies and partners.
Highlights
The AIM-120D-3 missile is the latest and most wide version of the AMRAAM family. It is designed to engage enemy watercraft and missiles vastitude visual range. Defense analysts say that this missile will increase the verism and operational range of Pakistan's F-16 fleet, and it will be worldly-wise to largest respond to air threats.
Pakistan was for a long time trying to buy new generation AMRAAM to replace its old AIM-120C-5 variants. Pakistan received the older AIM-120 missiles with F-16 Block 52 watercraft in 2010. India's air squadron modernization and Operation Sindoor have increased Pakistan's need for new missiles.
Preparing to Counter Rafale
India has increased the strength of its air gravity in recent years and has equipped Rafael jets with mature missiles. This step of Pakistan is considered an struggle to strengthen its well-ventilated power compared to Rafael.
The visualization came a few months without the US aid in repairing the F-16 jet damaged during Operation Sindoor. Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir has held several meetings with US President Donald Trump and senior defense officials. American experts believe that this step has been taken to prevent China's influence in South Asia and maintain strategic balance.
