Pakistan PM Mourn Victims of Air India Crash in Ahmedabad
Israa Farhan
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has extended his deepest condolences following the tragic crash of an Air India flight near Ahmedabad, which claimed numerous lives and left families across the region in mourning.
Sharif expressed sorrow over the incident, calling it a heartbreaking tragedy and offering solidarity with the families of the victims. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers, crashed shortly after takeoff near Ahmedabad Airport.
In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister
stated
, "Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.'
Former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif also conveyed condolences to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India, emphasizing the shared grief that transcends borders and reflects a common humanity.
Pakistan People's Party Chairman and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari echoed these sentiments, expressing profound sympathy to the people of India and the bereaved families.
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