NA speaker writes letter to Iranian counterpart, expresses condolences over tragic demise of president Raisi and others in helicopter crash

ISLAMABAD, May 21 (SABAH): The Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, has expressed profound sadness and extended his deepest condolences to the people of Iran over unfortunate demise of the President of Iran, His Excellency Ebrahim Raisi, the respected Foreign Minister Dr. Hussein Amir Abdollahian, and other distinguished dignitaries, in the helicopter crash.

In a letter addressed to Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly of Iran, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq conveyed his heartfelt sympathies, stating, “The news of this heartbreaking incident has deeply saddened the entire global community. Pakistan stands in solidarity with Iran during this period of immense grief. The loss of such eminent leaders is not only a tremendous loss for the people of Iran but also for the entire Muslim Ummah.”

Reflecting on the significant contributions of the deceased leaders, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq remarked, “We mourn the departure of visionary leaders who dedicated their lives to the service of their country and the Muslim world. Their loss is irreparable, and our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and the Iranian nation as they navigate through this tragedy.”

Sardar Ayaz Sadiq while recalling the recent visit of late President of Iran H.E. Ebrahim Raisi to Pakistan, the Speaker highlighted the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two nations. “His visit was a testament to our shared commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties and promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region,” he said.

As a mark of respect and in honoring the legacy of the late leaders, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq called for reaffirming the commitment to advancing the cause of peace, unity, and cooperation among Muslim nations. “May their souls rest in eternal peace, and may ALLAH grant patience and fortitude to the bereaved families and the Iranian nation during these testing times,” he concluded.