Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has praised the Pakistan Air Force, saying its efforts forced India to back off from its aggression.

“Pakistan’s air force is one of the best air forces in the world,” she asserted, adding that the Indian government “had to bend its knees”.

 Azma Bokhari speaks to media in Lahore. — DawnNewsTV
Azma Bokhari speaks to media in Lahore. — DawnNewsTV

Addressing the media in Lahore, Bokhari proudly recalled that not only had Pakistan struck India with missiles, but also targeted it through cyberattacks.

The minister said she wanted to “remember” ex-premier Nawaz Sharif for his contributions to the country’s nuclear programme.

While reaffirming that Pakistan was a peace-loving nation, Bokhari said people in India were “afraid”, with blackout drills taking place.

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