Pakistan to continue supporting people of Jammu & Kashmir: PM Shehbaz
In a message on the occasion of Kashmir Martyrs' Day observed on July 13, he said, 'Kashmir Martyrs' Day is observed every year to pay tribute to the 22 Kashmiris who sacrificed their lives on July 13, 1931, while protesting against the Dogra forces of Jammu and Kashmir.'
He said, 'The day serves as a reminder of the inherent steadfastness, resistance against brutal forces and unwavering resolve of the Muslims of Kashmir. The struggle for freedom, human rights and Kashmiri rights has been going on throughout Kashmir's history.'
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'The Kashmiri people have been and are sacrificing their lives in their legitimate struggle for the right to self-determination,' he said, adding, 'The government of Pakistan expresses its political, diplomatic and moral support in solidarity with the Muslims of Jammu and Kashmir, which is illegally occupied by India.'
He said, 'We salute the bravery and determination of all Kashmiri martyrs, who sacrificed their lives during decades of Indian occupation.'
'Today, the Government of Pakistan reaffirms its commitment to the resolution of the Kashmir issue and the right of self-determination of Jammu and Kashmir in accordance with United Nations resolutions,' he concluded.
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