Pakistan Celebrates Victory: PM Sharif Leads Thanksgiving Day Observance

Pakistan Celebrates Youm-e-Tashakkur: PM Sharif Hoists Flag at PM House On May 16th, 2025, Pakistan observed Youm-e-Tashakkur, a day of thanksgiving for the country's success against what it views as Indian aggression. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif marked the occasion by personally hoisting the national flag at the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad. The ceremony was attended by military personnel who rendered salutes during the flag-raising. In a brief address, PM Sharif expressed gratitude to Allah for Pakistan's victory and paid tribute to the courage and sacrifices of the country's armed forces. "We showed the world that we are capable of defending our nation," he stated. The event was widely covered by Pakistani media outlets, underscoring its significance in the national narrative. Youm-e-Tashakkur serves as a reminder of national unity and resilience in the face of external threats. The day's events concluded with a renewed sense of national pride and determination.