*symbol of brotherhood and shared triumph lights up the capital*
A grand ceremony unfolded in islamabad on the night of august 13–14, 2025,marking both pakistan’s 79th independence day and commemorating the recent“marka-e-haq” (battle of truth) victory. the event, held at jinnah sportsstadium, brought together civil and military leadership as well as anotable delegation from turkey, reinforcing the fraternal ties between thetwo nations.
A multicoloured stage, illuminated in turkish red and glowing with warmth,provided a vibrant backdrop as turkish military personnel stood in salutealongside pakistani troops. this striking visual underscored not only theshared celebration but also the sense of solidarity between the countries.the illuminated stage left no doubt of the special emphasis placed onturkey’s participation.
The ceremony was attended by prime minister shehbaz sharif, president asifali zardari, chief of army staff field marshal asim munir, first ladyaseefa bhutto-zardari, senior federal ministers, parliamentarians, andofficials from both nations. in his address, the prime minister extended anolive branch across party lines, inviting all stakeholders to join the“misaq-i-istehkam-i-pakistan” — a charter for the stability of pakistan.
The atmosphere was electrified by celebratory military displays. fighterjets conducted fly-bys with flares blazing across the night sky, whileformations formed the words “freedom” and “marka-e-haq,” alongside symbolsreminiscent of the national flag. fireworks followed, lighting up thecapital’s skyline in a patriotic crescendo.
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Turkish and azerbaijani military contingents also took part in the parade,reflecting pakistan’s growing regional partnerships. in earlier years,events such as the participation of turkey’s solotürk aerobatic team inindependence celebrations featured air shows and jets spelling slogans like“turkey zindabad,” but this year’s ceremony focused more on joint groundsalutes, illuminated staging, and mutual respect.
The independence day and marka-e-haq celebration in islamabad this yearbore witness to a powerful moment of unity. turkey’s military presence, theglowing stage, combined military honors, and shared symbolism all affirmedthe brotherly solidarity long cherished by both nations.