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27.08.2025

Pakistani UAE Residents Urged to Aid Flood Victims

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Pakistani nationals in the UAE are urged to actively support flood victims in Pakistan through donations, volunteering, and community efforts.

Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, Pakistan’s ambassador to the UAE, made this call on Wednesday.

Pakistan has relocated over 200,000 residents near three rivers due to monsoon-induced floods. The disaster has claimed hundreds of lives.

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As Khaleej Times reported, UAE residents also faced financial damages from the floods affecting their properties and businesses.

Earlier, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended condolences to Pakistan’s leaders over the loss of lives due to the flash floods.

Ambassador Tirmizi expressed deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences over the tragic loss of lives and widespread destruction caused by recent floods in various regions of Pakistan, including Buner, Swat, Bajaur, Shangla, Mansehra, as well as Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.

He urged the Pakistani community in the UAE to contribute aid, both financial and material, to directly support those affected during these challenging times.

In a gesture of solidarity, Ambassador Tirmizi announced the postponement of Independence Day celebrations in the UAE.

“May Allah grant peace to the departed souls and strength to the bereaved families,” he stated.