Fireworks light skies over Pakistan’s capital as crowds celebrate Independence Day
Summary
Pakistan celebrated its 79th Independence Day with fireworks, flag-waving, and public events across the country. The government inaugurated a new monument remembering last year’s conflict with India, while Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke about seeking peace but warned against threats to Pakistan’s sovereignty.Key Facts
- Pakistan became independent on August 14, 1947, ending British colonial rule.
- Celebrations included fireworks at midnight and people dressed in green and white filling streets.
- A new monument called “Yadgar-e-Fatah” (Monument of Victory) was opened in Islamabad.
- The monument honors Pakistan’s view of the 2025 conflict with India as a “Battle of Truth.”
- The 2025 fighting lasted four days after gunmen killed 26 people in Indian-controlled Kashmir.
- India accused Pakistan-backed militants for the attack; Pakistan denied this.
- Both countries used missiles and drones before agreeing to a ceasefire.
- Prime Minister Sharif warned against threats to Pakistan’s water supplies after India suspended a water-sharing treaty.
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