Karachiites unfazed by India's 'loitering munitions'
Citizens from all walks of life unite against Indian aggression during a rally organised by the MQM, chanting slogans and waving the national flag in support of the armed forces. PHOTO: JALAL QURESHI / EXPRESS
Unfazed by the Israeli-made armed drones, called "loitering munitions", sent by India over multiple cities of Pakistan, including Karachi, residents of the metropolitan city poured onto the streets in an extraordinary wave of solidarity with the armed forces.
In an emotional and defiant response to external threats, a diverse cross-section of society - including political leaders, religious clerics, lawyers, and even the often-marginalised transgender community - voiced unwavering support for the nation's defence.
A grand demonstration was organised by the Muttahida Qaumi Movement Pakistan (MQM-P) at the Karachi Press Club against Indian aggression and in support of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
While addressing the participants, senior central leader Dr Farooq Sattar said that the Modi government and the Indian army will soon receive a big surprise for this misadventure.
Today, once again, it has been proven that our forefathers' decision to create Pakistan was absolutely right.
There will be more 'Pakistans' formed within India, and the Hindutva ideology of Akhand Bharat (Undivided India) will be shattered by the Pakistan Armed Forces.
Today, once again, the two-nation theory is rising from the Bay of Bengal. India had imposed its agent Hasina Wajid on Bangladesh, but the brave people of Bengal have thrown her out.
Transgender community protest
The transgender community of Karachi demonstrated a protest against India at the Karachi Press Club on Thursday.
On this occasion, Jaya Foundation Executive Director Bindiya Rana said, "We pay tribute to the Pakistani forces for their befitting reply to India. Modi's India has resorted only to drone attacks." She added, "The Pakistani nation is having fun with India's war tall claims. We are not a nation that is afraid of drone attacks. The transgenders stand by the side where the youth of Pakistan stand."
Lawyers rally behind armed forces
Lawyers took out the Istehkam-e-Pakistan rally in Karachi City Court on Thursday. The rally participants raised slogans like "Pakistan Zindabad" and "Pak Army Zindabad." Former President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, Yaseen Azad, and Muneer A Malik led the rally.
Yaseen Azad said in his speech that India had shown cunning by attacking the civilian population, resulting in the martyrdom of innocent people, including children and women.
Be prepared
Central leadership of Jamaat Ahle Sunnat Pakistan has issued directives to the Sunni community, workers, and local representatives for immediate and effective measures to ensure unity, discipline, and the protection of national security.
Shah Abdulhaq Qadri said that Jamaat Ahle Sunnat, as a patriotic religious organisation, has always been at the forefront in defending the nation and serving the people. In the current situation, this role will be further strengthened and carried out in an organised manner. The statement clearly instructed collective prayers after Fajr prayers daily for the safety of the country.
Youm-e-Azam today
Jamaat-e-Islami Karachi Ameer Monem Zafar has announced to observe Youm-e-Azam (Determination Day) today (Friday) against cold blooded Indian aggression, following a false flag operation in occupied Kashmir.
The JI leader announced this at a press conference, held at Idara Noor-e-Haq, the JI Karachi headquarters, on Thursday.
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