In Mir Ali, North Waziristan, Captain Ahmad Badar of the Pakistan Army was killed by terrorists. His father’s resilient and patriotic reaction to the news has garnered attention.
The father of Captain Badar praised his son’s sacrifice in a statement and congratulated the country on his martyrdom. As he described his son’s last moments, he said that Captain Badar stood his ground against the enemy since it was his responsibility to his army and country.
The father’s calm response and declaration of appreciation for his son becoming a martyr have been cited as an illustration of the resilience exhibited by the families of Pakistan’s slain troops.