PM announces national day of mourning to honour Ebrahim Raisi

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed profound grief over the tragic death of the Iranian President in helicopter accident.

President Raisi confirmed dead in helicopter crash, Iran’s state TV

In a statement issued on X, formerly Twitter, Prime Minister Sharif extended his condolences to the people of Iran, declaring a one-day mourning period in Pakistan to honour the deceased leader.

As part of the mourning, the national flag will be flown at half-mast across the country. “Pakistan had the pleasure of hosting President Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdullah on a historic visit, less than a month ago. They were good friends of Pakistan”, wrote Prime Minister Sharif, highlighting the close ties and solidarity between the two nations.

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The loss of the Iranian President has been met with sorrow across the region, and Pakistan’s gesture of mourning reflects the deep respect and bond shared between both countries.