PM Kakar announces ban on New Year celebrations in solidarity with Gaza

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar has announced a complete ban on New Year celebrations in an expression of solidarity with the Palestinian people.

In an address to the nation today, PM Kakar said: “Keeping in mind the seriously concerning situation in Palestine and to show solidarity with our Palestinian brothers and sisters, there will be a strict ban by the government on holding any kind of event for New Year.”

He requested the nation to show solidarity with the Palestinians and exhibit sobriety and humility at the New Year.

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