Pak gave positive response to truce for sake of 'peace:' PM

PM Shahbaz addresses nation after ceasefire, thanks friendly countries' leaders for raising morale of Pakistan in the difficult time

- Tariq Butt

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has expressed the confidence that the path of talks would be opted for the resolution of the issues of Kashmir, share of water, and other unresolved matters as per norms of justice.

In his televised address to the nation late on Saturday night, he said that as a responsible nation, Pakistan gave a positive response to the ceasefire offer for the sake of regional and world peace.

Meanwhile, Pakistan, as announced by the premier, observed Youm-e-Tashakur (day of thanks) on Sunday to mark its befitting response to Indian aggression and the success of Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos. The day offered gratitude to God, paid tribute to the valour of the armed forces and appreciated the unity of the entire nation.

"Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos gave an effective and befitting response to the enemy's aggression," the premier said, adding that the country proved its superiority at every front. "Despite India’s aggression, Pakistan maintained its defence with resilience and demonstrated full readiness to deal with the situation.”