Published on, Sept. 17 -- September 17, 2025 6:41 PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif received a grand welcome from Saudi Arabia on Wednesday as Royal Saudi Air Force F-15 fighter jets escorted his aircraft upon entering the Kingdom's airspace. The ceremonial gesture reflected Saudi Arabia's deep respect for Pakistan and its leadership. The prime minister acknowledged the rare honor by saluting the Saudi pilots and sending a personal message of gratitude to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman through the cockpit radio.

Minister of Defence Khawaja Asif confirmed that the Saudi fighter jets immediately took the Prime Minister's plane under protection as it crossed into Saudi territory. He described the gesture as a symbol of Saudi Arabia's frat...