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On Air Force Day, PM Shehbaz says Pakistan proud of PAF’s courage, dedication

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Saturday the entire nation is proud of Pakistan Air Force, Radio Pakistan...
Published September 7, 2024

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Saturday that the Pakistan Air Force’s bravery and commitment during the 1965 war against India made the entire nation proud, Radio Pakistan reported.

In a message on the occasion of PAF Day, he paid tributes to the sacrifices and professionalism of the Pakistan Air Force.

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He mentioned that on this date in 1965, the PAF created a history of courage and bravery.

Despite being less in number, the brave men of PAF foiled the evil intentions of the enemy.

The premier said that M. M. Alam shattered the enemy’s arrogance by destroying five of their aircraft within a minute.

Meanwhile, in a post on his X handle on the occasion of PAF Day, PM Shehbaz said their exceptional service and prowess ensure that our skies are safe, and their determination and valor contribute to a stronger Pakistan.

Defence Day: President Zardari, PM Shehbaz say committed to defend country’s sovereignty

Earlier on Pakistan’s Defence Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed their unwavering commitment to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Pakistan against all threats.

Similarly, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, in her message said that Sept 6 was a golden chapter in the defense history of Pakistan, when its armed forces and people stood united and retaliated against the aggression of the cowardly enemy.

September 6 is celebrated every year as the Defence Day of Pakistan to commemorate the time when armed forces frustrated a surprise attack by its numerically superior Indian armed forces in 1965.

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