Marka-e-Haq victory makes Pakistan invincible: Azad
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Chairman Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Pakistan, Khateeb and Imam of Badshahi Mosque Lahore and Ambassador of Peace Maulana Muhammad Abdul Khabeer Azad on Wednesday said that the historic victory of Marka-e-Haq (Bunyan-um-Marsoos) has proven Pakistan to be an invincible state while the entire nation paid tribute to the unprecedented sacrifices of the Pakistan armed forces and martyrs. He expressed these views while presiding over the ‘Marka-e-Haq and Istehkam-e-Pakistan Conference” at Chenab Club Faisalabad in connection with the completion of one year of the landmark success. The conference was organized to pay tribute to the Pakistan Armed Forces, highlight Pakistan’s positive role in reducing tensions in the Middle East and promote national unity, interfaith harmony and the message of peace. Addressing the gathering, Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad said that the great victory of Marka-e-Haq was a special blessing from Allah Almighty and the entire nation was celebrating the day with enthusiasm and gratitude. He said that under the leadership of Field Marshal Hafiz Syed Asim Munir, the Pak armed forces compelled the enemy to bow down and crushed its arrogance. He said that Pakistan is a great blessing of Allah Almighty, achieved through immense sacrifices, and today it stands as a strong fortress of the Muslim world with ever-strengthening defense capabilities. He said that the nation takes pride in its leadership and armed forces, whose strategic vision and courage have made the country’s defense impregnable while enhancing its global prestige. Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad said that Pakistan responded effectively to enemy designs and exposed conspiracies aimed at destabilizing the country. The nation remains vigilant against hostile elements and fully capable of defending its sovereignty, he added. He also appreciated the role of national leadership including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for demonstrating political wisdom alongside military leadership, which helped st