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India's Agni-V Test Signals Strategic Shift Towards China
8/29/2025
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Story summary
- India test-fired the Agni-V missile on August 20, with a range exceeding 5,000 km, amid regional tensions.
- The test indicates India's strategic focus on China rather than Pakistan, enhancing its missile capabilities.
- Pakistan's missile program is primarily defensive, while India seeks global power projection.
- U.S. concerns about Pakistan's missile ambitions contrast with its support for India's military advancements.
