Pakistan Declares May 10 as 'Marka-e-Haq Day' to Commemorate Conflict with India
Pakistan PM announces to celebrate May 10 as ‘Marka-e-Haq Day’ every year
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Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proclaimed May 10 as 'Marka-e-Haq Day' to honor the anniversary of the 2025 conflict with India. The announcement was made during a ceremony where he praised the Pakistani armed forces for their response and acknowledged international support in de-escalating tensions.
- 01May 10 will be observed annually as 'Marka-e-Haq Day' in Pakistan.
- 02The day commemorates the anniversary of the 2025 conflict with India, which began after a terror attack in Pahalgam.
- 03Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif credited the Pakistani military for their response during the conflict.
- 04International leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, were thanked for their roles in de-escalating the situation.
- 05The conflict ended with a mutual understanding to halt military actions on May 10, 2025.
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Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that May 10 will be celebrated annually as 'Marka-e-Haq Day' to commemorate the first anniversary of the 2025 conflict with India. This conflict was triggered by a terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, leading to India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The ensuing hostilities escalated until both nations agreed to halt military actions on May 10, 2025, following diplomatic discussions. During the ceremony, Sharif praised the Pakistani armed forces for their response and acknowledged the support of international leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, in facilitating peace. A moment of silence was observed for the victims of the conflict, although a planned flypast was canceled due to poor weather conditions.
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'Marka-e-Haq Day' is expected to foster national pride and unity in Pakistan, reflecting on the military's capabilities and the importance of solidarity during conflicts.
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