Pakistan, May 7 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the Pakistan Armed Forces for their swift and strong response to an attempted Indian air attack. He said the enemy tried to strike Pakistan in the darkness of night, but the brave forces of Pakistan turned that dark night into a shining one. He was speaking during a session of the National Assembly, chaired by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq.

The Prime Minister congratulated all political leaders and the people of Pakistan on the success. He said that with the prayers of 240 million Pakistanis and the courage of the armed forces, the country defended itself with dignity. He added that several civilians, including women and children, were martyred in the attack. He requested the Parliament to of...