Anniversary of Iran's Sacred Defense week observed in Pakistan

Chief of General Staff of Pakistan Army Lieutenant General Bilal Akbar, a high ranking commander of Pakistan army, was the chief guest on the occasion.

Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan Mehdi Honardoost and Iran's Military Attaché Brigadier Mohsen Riazat warmly welcomed the guests.

After the arrival of chief guest national anthems of both Iran and Pakistan were played followed by cutting of large cake to commemorate the auspicious occasion.

Foreign diplomats, Pakistani officials, religious leaders, politicians, former ambassadors, professors and analysts were also present at the meeting.

Pictures showing sacrifices and achievements of Iranian armed forces in the eight-year imposed war were also displayed during the ceremony.

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