Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar commemorated the ninth anniversary of the APS Peshawar tragedy, highlighting the nation’s strengthened resolve against terrorism.
Kakar praised the courage of the nation and its security forces, acknowledging the sacrifice of APS staff, including Principal Shaheed Tahira Qazi and others who stood resilient in the face of terror. He emphasized that the nation, united and proud of its martyrs, had successfully thwarted the enemy’s attempts to sow chaos.
The PM expressed ongoing solidarity with security forces in bringing perpetrators to justice, affirming the nation’s unwavering commitment to combating terrorism.
Shehbaz Sharif
In his statement, the ex-prime minister and PML-N president reflected on the somber significance of December 16, recalling the tragic events of the Army Public School attack in Peshawar and honoring the memory of the innocent children who lost their lives.
He expressed that the nation remains steadfast in its support for the martyrs and their families, emphasizing unity in the collective stance against terrorism. Recalling the events of nine years ago, he highlighted the nation’s cohesion under the leadership of former Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif. Shehbaz underscored the decisive battle against terrorism initiated through operations Zarb-e-Azb and Raddul Fasaad, which successfully eradicated the terrorists. This sentiment was shared in a post on his X account.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
The chairman of PPP and former foreign minister extended tribute to the innocent martyrs of the APS tragedy, including their slain teachers, while expressing solidarity with the families of the victims. He characterized the APS tragedy as a harrowing day in the nation’s history, emphasizing the enduring impact of the horrific bloodshed on the collective memory of Pakistan. In a message marking the ninth anniversary of the terrorist attack, he asserted a commitment to remembering both the martyrs and the tragedy.
