{
  "id": 6082610,
  "title": "‘Defence Day a reminder of sacrifices of martyrs, veterans’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/defence-day-a-reminder-of-sacrifices-of-martyrs-veterans",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-07T01:15:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40438252/defence-day-a-reminder-of-sacrifices-of-martyrs-veterans"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lahore: In a special Defence Day program, Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan highlighted the importance of the day as a tribute to the sacrifices of the nation's martyrs and veterans. Speaking at the event, the speaker paid homage to revered figures like Major Aziz Bhatti Shaheed and M M Alam, whose heroic actions during the 1965 war remain a source of national pride. Khan recalled the events of September 6, 1965, when Indian forces crossed the international border and launched an attack on Pakistan. However, the country's armed forces successfully defended their nation, enduring a 17-day conflict that showcased the bravery and determination of Pakistani troops. Khan also emphasized that Pakistan had faced an extended struggle against terrorism over the past three decades, during which over 125,000 lives were tragically lost.\n\nThe speaker urged for a responsible and serious discussion of issues related to national security, stressing that political differences should not affect the perception of the military. He called on political parties to clearly articulate their stance on the military's political role. Khan also reflected on the creation of Pakistan and the Partition of India, acknowledging the immense human tragedy and population exchange that continue to impact the country. He stressed the significance of studying constitutional systems and the role of the state in various nations, asserting that strong states are built upon constitutional principles, the rule of law, and civil liberties.\n\nDefence Day, Khan explained, serves as a reminder to honor martyrs and veterans while reaffirming the commitment to the nation's security, sovereignty, stability, and progress. The day is an opportunity to celebrate the sacrifices made by the armed forces, students, children, worshippers, and visitors to shrines who have fought against terrorism. Khan urged the importance of maintaining respect for state institutions and ensuring that the country's future is anchored in constitutional principles.",
  "summary": "LAHORE: Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan has said Defence Day serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the country’s martyrs and veterans and calls for a renewed sense of national responsibility. Speaking at a special Defence Day programme, the speaker paid tribute to the martyrs who laid down their lives in defence of the country and said national heroes such as Major Aziz…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Times",
        "title": "Punjab IG pays tribute to Pakistan Army, martyrs on Defence Day",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/punjab-ig-pays-tribute-to-pakistan-army-martyrs-on-defence-day",
        "published": "2026-09-07T01:47:54.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}