Dua for NZ martyrs offered at PHC London

LONDON: A Dua for the martyrs of the recent terrorist attack in New Zealand was offered and solidarity with the affected families was expressed at the Pakistan High Commission London on Tuesday.

A large number of British Pakistanis and members of the media gathered at the High Commission on the occasion, according to a press release from the Pakistan High Commission London.

In his remarks, High Commissioner Nafees Zakaria condemned the attack which resulted in the loss of 50 innocent lives. Quoting the Prime Minister, Zakaria said terrorists have no religion and terrorism should be viewed from that perspective.He said the leadership of Pakistan as well as people from every segment of society condemned the terrorist attack. Zakaria told the audience about his visit to the New Zealand High Commission where he signed the condolence book and laid a wreath to honour the memory of the martyrs.

He noted that people from various faiths were there to offer their condolences and sympathise with the victims. He particularly appreciated the role of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in the aftermath of the tragedy in reaching out to the bereaved families. The High Commissioner, on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, expressed solidarity with the government and people of New Zealand, as well