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Air Chief Marshal Babar Sidhu honors martyr Usman Yusuf and visits injured personnel

Air Chief reaffirms PAF’s commitment to defending country's airspace at all costs
Published 19 May, 2025 10:57am
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The Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu, paid a visit to the family of martyred Squadron Leader Usman Yusuf, extending condolences and prayers during this difficult time.

In his tribute, the Air Chief highlighted Usman Yusuf’s exceptional bravery and dedication, noting that he made the ultimate sacrifice during an enemy attack at an operational airbase.

He stressed that the sacrifices of martyrs will forever be etched in the nation’s memory and that their contributions are a significant part of our national history.

During the visit, the Air Chief prayed for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks and asked Allah to grant patience to the bereaved family, Ameen.

Following this, Air Chief Marshal Sidhu visited the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Rawalpindi, where he met with injured personnel from the Pakistan Air Force, Pakistan Army, and civilians.

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He commended the injured for their unwavering spirit, determination, and sense of sacrifice, asserting that their bravery is a source of national pride.

The Air Chief reaffirmed the Pakistan Air Force’s commitment to defending the country’s airspace at all costs and facing every challenge with courage.

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