President Asif Ali Zardari visited the family of Shaheed Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf in Quetta to offer condolences and honor the fallen hero’s sacrifices for the nation. During the visit, he met the martyr’s family, offering prayers for his eternal peace and expressing heartfelt sympathy for their loss.
The President emphasized the nation’s pride in the bravery of its soldiers and the enduring contributions of their families. “The sacrifices of our armed forces will never be forgotten,” Zardari stated, praying for strength and patience for the bereaved family.
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Earlier, on Thanksgiving Day, President Zardari praised Pakistan’s armed forces for their resolute and professional response to unprovoked Indian aggression, particularly highlighting the success of Operation Bunyan Marsoos. He commended the military’s leadership and personnel for their dedication and thanked God for the operation’s favorable outcome.
“This victory is not just for the armed forces but for the entire Pakistani nation,” Zardari remarked, reaffirming the unity and resilience of the Pakistani people in the face of external threats.
The President reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national interests, emphasizing that Pakistan seeks peace but will respond forcefully to any external aggression. He also rejected India’s reported unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and underscored Pakistan’s commitment to defending its international rights over its water resources.
