The Prime Minister's Office announced on social media platform X that arrangements are underway to repatriate the bodies of three Pakistani nationals who died in Somalia. The remains of Syed Kashif Umar, Ahmed Ansari and Rafiullah have arrived in Addis Ababa, where Ethiopian Airlines staff are completing preparations for their transportation to Karachi.

Relevant authorities remain in constant contact to complete the repatriation process at the earliest following directives from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Prime Minister Sharif previously spoke by telephone on Saturday with Azhan Kashif, son of the late Syed Kashif Umar, to express his condolences.

During the call, the prime minister assured the grieving family that the government would take all necessary measures to bring back the bodies. The federal government continues to monitor the situation closely to facilitate the bereaved families during this difficult time.