President and Prime Minister Pay Tribute to Shepherd Martyred While Preventing Suicide Attack
May 2026 | By Azad News
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid tribute to a shepherd who sacrificed his life while attempting to stop a suspected suicide attacker in Attock’s Jand tehsil.
According to reports, the incident occurred near a security post located along the Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border region.
The shepherd, identified as Liaqat, was grazing his goats in the area when he noticed a suspicious individual behaving unusually near the checkpoint.
Witnesses said Liaqat confronted the suspect and attempted to question him, suspecting that something was wrong.
As Liaqat approached, the suspected suicide bomber detonated explosives, resulting in the shepherd’s martyrdom.
In separate statements, President Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised Liaqat’s courage, patriotism, and sacrifice in protecting others from a possible terror attack.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stated that Liaqat displayed extraordinary bravery and responsibility as a citizen by confronting the suspect despite the danger involved.
The premier said the martyr’s sacrifice would always be remembered and described him as a symbol of the nation’s determination against terrorism.
President Zardari also praised Liaqat as a shining example of national resilience, awareness, and unity in the fight against terrorism.
The president directed Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi to contact Liaqat’s family and convey the nation’s solidarity and support.
Both leaders reaffirmed that the country remained united alongside security forces and law enforcement agencies in efforts to eliminate terrorism from Pakistan.
The incident has drawn widespread praise on social media, with many citizens calling Liaqat a national hero for his selfless act of bravery.
Conclusion
Liaqat’s sacrifice in Attock has been widely recognised as a powerful example of courage and patriotism, highlighting the important role ordinary citizens continue to play in Pakistan’s fight against terrorism.
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