Always in our prayers, memories: Celebs remember APS attack seven years on
Today marks seven years since the brutal terrorist attack on Army Public School (APS) Peshwar, which resulted in the loss of 140 precious lives, 132 of which were children. December 16 is officially remembered as ‘Black Day’ in memory of those whom the nation lost. Several celebrities and public figures took to social media to honour the victims of the attack, with today’s Twitter trends offering a painful reminder of one of the darkest times in the country’s history.
Prime Minister Imran Khan tweeted, “December 16, 2014, terrorists attacked and martyred over 140 people including 132 children in APS Peshawar. Pakistan has successfully defeated terrorism. I reiterate we will never let down the survivors and parents of our martyred children. There is zero tolerance for violence and those using it as a tool.”
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) December 16, 2021
“Still have tears in my eyes whenever I think about that horrific day,” wrote actor Ahmed Ali Butt on Instagram. “Nothing can change the past but I hope and pray that nothing like this will ever happen again to anyone. Always in our prayers and memories, Allah bless their souls and give strength to their families.”