EU Pak Friendship Federation Spain Hosts Historic “Jashan-e-Marqa-e-Haq” Celebration in Barcelona
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The EU Pak Friendship Federation Spain organized a historic and grand programme in Barcelona on May 9, 2026, to celebrate the completion of Jashan-e-Marqa-e-Haq and Operation Bunyanun Marsoos. The event marked one of the largest gatherings of overseas Pakistanis in Europe, with a massive turnout from diverse communities. Thousands of participants, including overseas Pakistanis, members of the Kashmiri community, and Arab nationals, joined the celebrations with enthusiasm and patriotic spirit. Attendees carried large flags of Pakistan and Kashmir, along with portraits of Chief of Defence Forces & Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir. The atmosphere resonated with slogans of “Pakistan Zindabad,” “Pakistan Army Zindabad,” and “Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir Zindabad.” Chairman of EU Pak Friendship Federation Europe, Dr. Perveiz Iqbal Lohsar (Tamgha-i-Khidmat), attended the event as Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Lohsar stated that Pakistan’s Armed Forces had given a strong response to Indian aggression in 2025 and successfully countered hostile actions against the country. He praised the leadership of Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir and commended the professionalism and preparedness of Pakistan’s Armed Forces. The gallant Eagles of the Pakistan Air Force taught the enemy a befitting lesson by downing eight fighter jets. The gallant forces of the Pakistan Navy, through their exceptional strategy, kept enemy ships thousands of miles away, said Dr. Lohsar. Dr. Lohsar emphasized that Pakistan seeks peace in the region but remains fully capable of defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity against any future aggression. The event was presided over by Kamran Khan, President of EU Pak Friendship Federation Spain. Special participation was made by Syed Qasim Sajjad Shah, President of EU Pak Friendship Federation Portugal. Raja Hasnain, a young leader associated with Tehreek Azadi-e-Kashmir also participated. Members of the organizing committe