Pakistan launches five nuclear blasts amid regional crisis
Prime Minister Sharif declared five tests in a nationwide broadcast claiming a score settled with India. Pakistan declared a state of emergency, suspending the constitution and civil rights while accusing India of threats. U S sanctions loomed as India asserted its own tests countered Pakistan’s program. Officials reported no atmospheric radioactivity from Pakistan and a single 4.9 magnitude seismic event detected.
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Clinton imposes sanctions on Pakistan after nuclear tests
President Clinton announces broad sanctions against Pakistan in response to its five nuclear tests amid rising India Pakistan tensions. Measures include opposing IMF aid and barring about 60 million dollars in defense and export licenses while noting a stronger U S stance toward India. Clinton urged Sharif to refrain and questioned Pakistan’s security gains. A trip to India and Pakistan in November remains under review to shape incentives or penalties to curb further tests.
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Nuclear delivery fears rise as Pakistan and India expand missiles
Weapons experts say Pakistan already fields long range missiles capable of striking most Indian cities and could deliver nuclear weapons from 32 U S F 16 fighters. India has similar capability with the Agni and Prithvi missiles and both nations work on new delivery systems. Analysts caution on growing cooperation with China and North Korea aiding Islamabad.
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