‘Armed forces fully capable of defending our country’, PM Imran Khan
As the nation commemorates 55th Defence & Martyrs Day, Prime Minister Imran Khan in his message to the nation said that Pakistan’s desire for peace must not be misconstrued as its weakness, adding that the country’s armed forces were “fully capable” of defending the country.
In his message, that was shared in a series of tweets on the microblogging platform, the premier honoured the fallen heroes of the war, saying that 55 years ago, the nation and the men in uniform “proved that it is not the size that matters, but it is the courage and devotion that matters the most”.
“6 September is a day in Pakistan’s glorious history that is commemorated as a symbol of courage, strong will, and unmatched spirit of sacrifice by our gallant armed forces”, PM said.
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Together with the brave Pakistani nation, our officers, soldiers, sailors and airmen proved to the world, on this day, 55 years ago, that they are ever ready to defend every inch of the motherland no matter whatever the cost.
— Prime Minister's Office (@PakPMO) September 6, 2020
“Pakistan is for peace but this must not be misconstrued as our weakness; the world understands that our desire for peace is for the economic wellbeing & prosperity of the people of this region. We need to work together for peace and a brighter future for the coming generations”, he further added saying.
“The resilient nation and the battle-hardened armed forces of Pakistan have time and again proved that they are fully capable of defending the country and are fully prepared to meet any kind of eventuality”.
The resilient nation and the battle hardened Armed Forces of Pakistan have time and again proved that they are fully capable of defending the country and are fully prepared to meet any kind of eventuality.
— Prime Minister's Office (@PakPMO) September 6, 2020
With the abrogation of Articles 370 & 35-A, India has not only violated the @UN Charter but has also unleashed a reign of terror on innocent Kashmiris.
— Prime Minister's Office (@PakPMO) September 6, 2020