Islamabad (IP) - On the occasion of the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, prominent political, religious, and social figures of Pakistan have expressed their best wishes and congratulated the Iranian leadership and people.

Why It Matters:

The brotherly relations between Pakistan and Iran need no introduction, with strong diplomatic, commercial, religious, and cultural ties between the two countries. The Islamic Revolution of Iran also positively affected the Pakistani people and Pakistan warmly welcomed the Islamic Revolution of Iran.

The Big Picture:

On the occasion of Fajr (Iran's Islamic revolution victory) celebrations and revolution anniversary, the Pakistani nation also participated in this victory of the Iranian nation and actively participated in the ten-day celebrations, sending the message that on the call of Imam Khomeini, the Iranian people not only defeated the oppressive imperial system but also achieved their true freedom by defeating the superpowers of their time, which also makes the Pakistani people proud.

What They Are Saying:

While expressing his thoughts with Iran Press, Senator Raja Zafar Ul Haq said that Iran and Pakistan are real brothers, we have a centuries-old relationship and Iran is a dependable friend of Pakistan. At all crucial moments, you (Iran) have come to our assistance and aid and you never bothered about anyone else.

Talking to Iran Press, Senator Syed Nayyar Hussain Bukhari said that on my and my party's behalf, I congratulate the Iranian nation and the leadership on the occasion of its 46th anniversary. Iranians have proved themselves that they can resist any aggression and sanctions.

The custodian of the shrine Syed Bari Imam (one of the largest shrines in Pakistan) Syed Haider Gillani expressing his thoughts with Iran Press said that Iran recognized Pakistan before any other country did, we wish that the way Iran has taken a stand for Gaza and Palestine the other Islamic countries would also do, and if you could check the feelings in every Pakistani's heart you will find there love for Iran and this love will keep growing.

Dr. Najiba Arif, the Chairperson of the Pakistan Academy of Letters said while talking to Iran Press that I congratulate the people of Iran on the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, we have long and historical ties with Iran in terms of culture, politics, people to people relations and we acknowledge and admire this historical relationship between people of Iran and Pakistan.

Pakistan Academy of Letters is trying to collaborate with Iranian writers, poets, and intellectuals to work on collaborative projects to strengthen this long-lasting relationship.

Abdullah Gull, the President of Pakistan Youth Movement while talking to Iran Press said: I am the most delighted person here among my people, Iran is my family, it's my second country and I am very proud of it, I wish them all the best, prosperity and faith and nobody can take the future of Iran from them, they have the courage, resilience, and morals. We should enhance the trade between the two countries and build nation-to-nation contact. Now between us, there is less misunderstanding and more understanding, the recent visit of the Military Command of Iran to Pakistan is very important and vital and brought fruitful results. As for as the Americans are concerned and the latest statement by Donald Trump, well who cares about Donald Trump even their own country damn cares about him.

Muhammed Ali Quid, the Minister for Industries & Disaster Management Gilgit Baltistan said while expressing his feelings with Iran Press that I congratulated the Supreme Leader, the Iranian nation, and the whole Islamic world regarding this day, it's is a blessed day for Iran and the Islamic world as well, Today, the Pakistani nation also shares this victory with the Iranian nation.

Key Points:

○ Prominent Pakistani figures said that this celebration is not only for the Iranian nation but also for Pakistan and the Islamic world.

○ They said that every Pakistani loves Iran from the bottom of their hearts.

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