Iranian drone allegedly on spying mission shot down 'deep inside' Balochistan
An unmanned Iranian drone allegedly on a spying mission was shot down by a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) JF-17 Thunder fighter jet in Balochistan's Panjgur area, official sources confirmed to DawnNews on Tuesday.
The officials said the unmanned aircraft was shot down by a JF-17 in the Parom area of Panjgur district after it ventured "deep inside Pakistani airspace" on a spying mission.
They spoke on condition of anonymity as they were not authorised to speak to media.
Security forces took custody of the debris after discovering the wreckage on Monday, but it is still unclear when the drone was shot down.
Security was tightened in the area following the incident. The PAF has declined to comment on the matter.
This is the second Iranian drone to have been reported shot down in 24 hours after US-coalition forces confirmed that they had downed an Iranian-made drone operated by pro-regime forces in southern Syria early Tuesday.
Iran's army chief recently warned that Tehran would strike 'militant safe havens' inside Pakistan ─ remarks that drew a strong protest from Islamabad ─ after 10 Iranian border guards were killed by militants allegedly from across the border earlier this year.
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Jun 20, 2017 11:56pm
Well done ! PAF
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Jun 21, 2017 12:08am
Proud of PAF , thanks for giving us this feeling of security.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:11am
Good going PAF. Keep up the vigilance. Well Done
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Jun 21, 2017 12:12am
Unless the two sides officially confirm and comment on the event, nothing should be said about it.' One thing is clear, that Pakistan is getting embroiled in conflicts on all fronts, and this is nothing to rejoice about. It is a rather alarming situation.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:14am
Thumbs up for PAF
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Jun 21, 2017 12:20am
what about US drones ?? when we will have that courage to strike down US drones
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Jun 21, 2017 12:20am
Looks like this is preamble to joining the Saudi Alliance! If so it will be detrimental for Pakistan. Iran needs to stop this game as well. For Pakistan complete neutrality is need of the hour.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:29am
Excellent job, PAF. Maintain the integrity of the borders
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Jun 21, 2017 12:47am
Very good step by PAF. Keep it up
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Jun 21, 2017 12:51am
to all those who say we should be neutral this is why WE CANT
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Jun 21, 2017 12:51am
Iran should avoid interfering in other countries !!
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Jun 21, 2017 12:53am
Where are the people who believe that Iran is our friend.......We never witnessed that saudi aerial vehicle ever drifted into our airspace.........
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Jun 21, 2017 12:53am
Pakistan should have same agreement with Iran which is with the US. Violate Pak Airspace and we will keep a blind eye.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:57am
Iran hates Pakistan because of our alliance with Saudi Arabia.We can not leave other friends in order to have good relations with Iran.Iran sides with Afghanistan & India.It has to change its policy towards Pakistan in order to establish any trust between two countries.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:59am
Iran is our brother country but it should not forget its limit or we will forget ours.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:03am
Bring down US Drones too..
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Jun 21, 2017 01:03am
Well done PAF. we should give strong response to our enemies whatsoever they are. Iran is the proxy of India.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:04am
No one should be allowed to do such ventures in Pakistan airspace and if they do then dealt their them with iron fist .
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Jun 21, 2017 01:09am
Very sad indeed by both parties.they shouldn't have sent we shouldn't have shot that drone we should have made contact with Iran I think it's time we also get serious about balochistan and protect it we need Iran on this.combined combing operations to root out the problem.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:14am
Iran is making a big mistake while getting involve in these kind of activities. Pakistan never got involved in anti iran activities. Smugglers and terrorists are no body friends and if they are creating any problems at borders they should be dealt with through proper channels. Spying on country who considers you a friendly country is an idiotic act.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:18am
Iran seem not to understand it, its continued involvement within Pakistani territory will bring destruction to it.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:22am
Now pay attention to FATA with same virulence.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:29am
Perfect Reply.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:30am
Iran is showing its real face...
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Jun 21, 2017 01:35am
Not another front please !!!
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Jun 21, 2017 01:40am
I guess from now on Pakistan has to be more vigilant about Iranian drone activity.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:50am
Well done, sovereignty of country is most important. This should send message to US too that drones on Pakistan's territory shall not be tolerated.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:01am
Well done, keep your eyes open, an evil must be nabbed from the bud.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:04am
Yeh chez ! Salute Pakistan Air Force
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Jun 21, 2017 02:07am
This is also a message to USA that Pakistan is changing now so be careful...
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Jun 21, 2017 02:12am
This is the final nail in the coffin. With this venture it has become increasingly difficult to defend Iran on online forums. Pakistan should maintain brotherly nations but natural tilt to Saudi Arabia is imminent now. Iran has lost its credibility.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:12am
Most probably sent by India or Saudi Arabia with the help of Israel. PAF should also pay more attention to U.S. drones which are killing Pakistani citizens without any mercy. Good Job being vigilant PAF!
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Jun 21, 2017 02:14am
No country should have the right to spy on our country Well done PAF! Pakistan Zinndabad. This by the way shows that the US drone strikes are sanctioned by Pakistan itself otherwise they would be shot down too, the Iranian drone is a carbon copy of the US drone Sentinel, flies at 38000 feet this will show them also that a JF 17 and if the need arises our new modified Nasr missile will take out a drone be it Iranian or Indian or US made or anyone.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:33am
First yadev,now drones, what are the Iranians upto. They should know that Pakistan pays a heavy price to be neutral and they have defense pact with Indians
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Jun 21, 2017 02:35am
The Big question is, Why was the drone discovered, only after it was deep into Baluchistan air space ?
Actions, speak louder than words, from Iranian hospitality to Indian spy Jadhav to other provocative actions along our common border and recent statement by Iranian Army Chief, clearly Iran does not come across as a friend, more like a foe. Iran should wake up, Pakistan is a Nuclear country, with a Million man army.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:50am
Iran is playing with fire.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:56am
Work with us if you want to handle this.
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Jun 21, 2017 03:04am
Well done . No admission without permission. LoL
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Jun 21, 2017 03:18am
we are proud of Pakistan Air Force.Iran should not play with fire as Pak Air Force is one of the strongest Air Forces of the World. We appreciate Pak Air Force for responding in such a way.
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Jun 21, 2017 03:19am
Strike Iran. If they play dirty game them they should be punished.
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Jun 21, 2017 03:20am
Good job
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Jun 21, 2017 03:22am
That's how a sovereign nation responds.
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Jun 21, 2017 03:28am
We dont want bad relations with Iran but if they r on this mission we then certainly have protect our sovereignity of our beloved Pak...weldone PAF
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Jun 21, 2017 03:35am
Its too early to publish the news... please do wait
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Jun 21, 2017 03:36am
Iran must must be helping out Indians as before. they hosted jhadev kulbhoshan the Indian spy in chabhar.
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Jun 21, 2017 04:16am
This is not good for both countries. Both countries should solve these problems with talks. We are not at this position to make more enemies. Pakistan Zindabad!
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Jun 21, 2017 04:18am
Pakistan Zindabad
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Jun 21, 2017 04:25am
Disappointed by Iran's behavior. Pakistani nation has resolved to not get involved in the Middle East mess, so Iran needs to work with Pakistan against terrorism.
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Jun 21, 2017 04:34am
You dont spy in someone's house if you call them brother but if you cross the limits then we will give a response you won't forget. Well done PAF
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Jun 21, 2017 04:47am
Pakistan seems to be apologetic towards Iran. Pakistan should have a clear no nonsense policy. Also it should demand equal treatment to sunni population with access to education, jobs, public representation , mosques etc.
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Jun 21, 2017 04:53am
First it is not confirmed. shoot outs like this are always visible and can be traced out.
second even if this would have occured, both militaries deny it. example is the turkey's F16 shoot out by greek mirages. so lets keep finger crossed and see what comes out in a few days later
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Jun 21, 2017 04:58am
Iran is a trouble maker....
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Jun 21, 2017 05:04am
It appears that following a befitting response to Afghanistan in the recent past and in response to Iran's unprofessional statements back then, this was an opportunity for Pakistan to demonstrate to all of the anti-CPEC nations, especially India, that fooling around will not be tolerated.
Was the need of the hour. No regrets.
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Jun 21, 2017 05:06am
This is unfortunate. Iranians shouldn't have dared doing so. I trust this may have been a venture by the Indians with the collusion of Iranians to check the waters. This is the reward to the Pakistanis by Iran for being neutral in the conflict between SK and themselves. Terrible, they are driving Pakistan in the wrong direction. I think they (Iran, India and Afghanistan) are ganged up against Pakistan and will ultimately pay the price.
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Jun 21, 2017 05:07am
They should reach an arrangement with Iranians
And allow them to chase/carry out operations against the militants inside Pakistan through some sort of instant track mechanism
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Jun 21, 2017 05:18am
To Iranians. Are you Friend or Foe?
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Jun 21, 2017 05:19am
Was it written "Made in Iran" on the drone that Pakistan is directly blaming Iran for it ?
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Jun 21, 2017 05:37am
Thank you PAF for protecting us and motherland. No mercy and zero tolerance .
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Jun 21, 2017 05:38am
@Anwar Abdullah well done just wait for it
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Jun 21, 2017 05:51am
Iran has a history of meddling in our affairs, Gulbashen Yadev is a recent example.
Pakistan zindabad
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Jun 21, 2017 05:55am
Well done, to demolish the fouled designs of Iran.
India is limited only to make foolish dreams of sergical strikes against Pakistan while the Iranian regime tries to execute it practically without taking practical suggestions from India.
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Jun 21, 2017 05:56am
Great Hit! keep it up!
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Jun 21, 2017 05:58am
Well done ! hope Pak Airforce will act against the US drones similialry ... which breaches Pakistan Soverignity With no Regrets ...
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Jun 21, 2017 06:06am
Why our soil is being used against Iran and is it in our interest to turn blind eye on such nefarious activities where as same fringe elements threatening CPEC. We have adopt right policy which best suits for our national interest.
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Jun 21, 2017 06:10am
@Anwar Abdullah Sure? And if yes, many such drones might have not come to your notice.
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Jun 21, 2017 06:33am
Is Iran really our friend?? Time to reflect and re-evaluate
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Jun 21, 2017 06:38am
Read between the lines and the message to US is clear. Using the JF-17 and not F-16 to shoot the drone was a wise move. Timing is also important when US seems bent on increasing drone strikes in Pakistan. Well done PAF.
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Jun 21, 2017 06:56am
As usual; PAF right on dot. Keep it up!
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Jun 21, 2017 07:00am
And we still think that our western neighbor is better than our eastern neighbor.
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Jun 21, 2017 07:01am
It is sad to see two friends have turn into enemies.
They have to sit back and look at the bigger picture and understand old English policy of divide and rule.
Islam teaches love and I still feel we are brothers and we should stand up together to help each other.
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Jun 21, 2017 07:12am
Apparently first Air to Air kill of JF-17 Thunder however true ability of the jet would come to light if it destroys any fighter jet. The US F-15E Strike Eagle jet also destroyed an armed Iranian drone over Syria and got global coverage but as Pakistan's media coverage around the globe is weak therefore JF-17's performance did not get much coverage. US cashes on these type of incidences and make millions on the sales of Jets.
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Jun 21, 2017 07:20am
well done Pakistan. Iran with Russian support is really flixing her muscles.
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Jun 21, 2017 07:20am
Alright lets look at this from a different perspective. The drone was shot down around Panjgur area, which is almost 100 km from nearest border crossing at Kuhak. Given that the drone flies at about a 100 knots or 180km/h this means the drone was in Pakistani airspace for more than 100 minutes. This is not good response time and PAF needs to work on this. 100 minutes is a huge window to carry out a mission.
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Jun 21, 2017 07:29am
We need to stick solidly and firmly with Saudi and only Saudi.
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Jun 21, 2017 07:49am
Start of a rift between Pakistan and Iran
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Jun 21, 2017 08:05am
PAK Army Zindabad!
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Jun 21, 2017 08:07am
Iran is looking for trouble!
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Jun 21, 2017 08:15am
If this actually happened then
1. US is behind this. But they would prefer to give credit to Pakistan.
2. Iran is actually planning to do cross border attack.
Bad days ahead for Pakistan.
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Jun 21, 2017 08:16am
Sensationalizing this incidence won't help.
The drone was not deep inside Pakistan airspace but at the border to keep an eye on the terrorists who infiltrate into Iran. It's mutual responsibility of two countries to ensure the security
Would Pakistan dare to do the same once others bomb our families from deep into our space
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Jun 21, 2017 08:20am
Afghanistan India Air Corridor is now open which is a bigger problem as Pakistan failing on diplomatic front
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Jun 21, 2017 08:30am
This is only uncovered one. How many are gone unnoticed?
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Jun 21, 2017 08:45am
It will be wise for Iran to operate well within its borders or face the consequences.
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Jun 21, 2017 08:48am
Good job paf. But why someone sending their drones and not respecting Pakistan sovereignty is more important.
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Jun 21, 2017 08:56am
And people say jf17 can't shoot anything
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Jun 21, 2017 09:02am
Proud of PAF
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Jun 21, 2017 09:05am
Many incidences have raised questions on Iran's role against Pakistan. Gulbushan Yadev's arrest, Uzair Baloch's Iranian passport, Uzair Baloch's confession of spying for Iran and taking pictures of sensitive installations and now this spying drone is evident that Iran is acting against Pakistan's interest. India-Iran Nexus is a must watch phenomenon for Pakistan now!!!
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Jun 21, 2017 09:10am
It means this was not the first time Iranian drone was doing surveillance of Pakistani territory.
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Jun 21, 2017 09:16am
We should strike them!
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Jun 21, 2017 09:32am
Great; shoot down all drones entering our territory.
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Jun 21, 2017 09:46am
why Pak targeting Iran now?
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Jun 21, 2017 11:06am
Our foreign policy has been such a disaster. Whether India or Afghanistan & now even Iran. We can not continue with these hate-your-neighbor policies.
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Jun 21, 2017 11:12am
gradually the real THING is getting exposed !
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Jun 21, 2017 11:43am
PAF should do the same with US drones as well.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:01pm
well done,my brave paf,keep it up
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Jun 21, 2017 12:13pm
So it is official,. Pakistan has three hostile neighbors. Hardly any 'brothers' . only one friend and lots of masters.
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Jun 21, 2017 12:43pm
@ali doesnt your gut tell you? you need to have surveillance systems at par to down american drones, at least do you have political system to take on america.
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Jun 21, 2017 01:09pm
Why US Drone are not targeted?
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Jun 21, 2017 01:46pm
Will thumbs up for PAF till they start taking action against american drones
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Jun 21, 2017 01:57pm
iran spread terrorism in pak.
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Jun 21, 2017 02:18pm
well done Pakistan
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Jun 21, 2017 02:57pm
The Iranian are testing the tolerance of Pakistan. Acquiring a capability and using are two different things. Indians too have such capability but Pakistan has never allowed them to use it, similar message must be sent to all aspirant users. This is important, as it will only complicate, an already complicated situation
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Jun 21, 2017 03:09pm
Bravo, keep it up, our pride PAF.
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Jun 21, 2017 03:20pm
Now we r in Saudi American alliance again after Afghanistan can we fight all our neighbours? ??Arab Sheiks are after all successful making Pakistan an ally Saudi? ?R we in a position to fight chaumukhi war's all along our borders??
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Jun 21, 2017 03:53pm
Well done PAF.
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Jun 21, 2017 05:19pm
What about the drone that penetrated deep into our holy space and dropped a bomb in the settled area of Hangu in KP.
Why double standards?
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Jun 21, 2017 05:23pm
@Ahmed khan ahmed Why JF-17 and not American F-16s? What happened to the anticipated arrival of new F-16s from America?
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Jun 21, 2017 05:28pm
Well Iran is not USA and we are not Iraq.
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Jun 21, 2017 06:40pm
@Braveheart They never called Pakistanis brothers, it was only the Pakistanis always calling Iranians as brothers.
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Jun 22, 2017 02:22am
@Saqib Iran has Defense pact with India?! Iran and India even didn't get through a port development which was partly because of seeing Pakistan's concerns.
the One who has pact with India is US which apparently Pakistanis has no concern about.
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Jun 22, 2017 05:10am
Iran should not take Pakistan's conciliatory approach as it's weakness and avoid testing Pakistan's patience.
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Jun 22, 2017 10:56am
Well done
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Jun 22, 2017 11:13am
Well done PAF. Keep the good work up. Give a befitting reply to iranians. Love you PAF.
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Jun 22, 2017 12:08pm
It seems that the militants are trying to ignitr a conflict between Iran and Pakistan. This should be taken head on by the Governments and resolved or adressed through collaboration instead of via childish back patting, posing and threats.
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