This Article is From Nov 25, 2013

Pakistan deploys first domestic drones

Pakistan deploys first domestic drones

In this November 15, 2012 file photo, visitors look at Pakistan-made unmanned aircraft at a defence exhibition in Karachi.

Islamabad: The Pakistani military says it has deployed its first domestically developed drones.

The statement released by the military Monday did not make clear whether the aircraft are armed or unarmed, and officials did not immediately respond to request for comment.

The military says the Burraq and Shahpar drones will be used by the Pakistani army and air force.

Pakistan has protested U.S. drone attacks as a violation of the country's sovereignty. It has demanded the U.S. provide the country with armed drones so it could carry out attacks itself.

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