{"id":111575,"date":"2025-09-07T13:32:36","date_gmt":"2025-09-07T08:32:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nationaltimes.pk\/eng\/?p=111575"},"modified":"2025-09-07T13:32:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T08:32:36","slug":"pakistan-embassy-in-brussels-commemorates-defence-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nationaltimes.pk\/eng\/2025\/111575\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan embassy in Brussels commemorates Defence Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>BRUSSELS(National times)- The Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels commemorated Defence Day with a solemn ceremony, paying tribute to the valiant armed forces who defended the motherland against external aggression and continue to safeguard its sovereignty with courage and resolve. The ceremony began with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the messages of President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The event was attended by Defence Attaches, Belgian nationals, journalists, community leaders, and a large number of members of the Pakistani diaspora. Addressing the gathering, Ambassador of Pakistan to the European Union, Belgium and Luxembourg Rahim Hayat Qureshi, highlighted the history and significance of 6 September. He noted that Defence Day is both a reminder of the great sacrifices made during the 1965 war and a symbol of the nation\u2019s unity, resilience, and unwavering commitment to defend the homeland. The ambassador emphasized that the day honours the brave soldiers who laid down their lives for Pakistan and reaffirms the nation\u2019s resolve that its defence remains a sacred and supreme duty. This year\u2019s observance also included tributes to the heroes of Marka-e-Haq, whose courage thwarted the enemy\u2019s designs, and to the martyrs of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, who embraced martyrdom while safeguarding the nation. A one-minute silence was observed to honour their supreme sacrifices. The ceremony concluded with a special prayer for the progress and prosperity of Pakistan and for the continued strength and well-being of its armed forces.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BRUSSELS(National times)- The Embassy of Pakistan in Brussels commemorated Defence Day with a solemn ceremony, paying tribute to the valiant armed forces who defended the motherland against external aggression and continue to safeguard its sovereignty with courage and resolve. 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