The International Day of UN Peacekeepers will be observed on Monday to highlight role of UN peacekeeping forces for world peace.

Over the past 75 years, United Nations Peacekeepers have saved countless precious lives for global peace and security.

This day commemorates the efforts of the United Nations to eliminate human suffering, establish a situation of lasting peace and order in countries with wars and internal conflicts.

Pakistani peacekeeping forces are playing an important role in accomplishing the mission of the United Nations peacekeeping forces with great skill and dedication.

Ever since Pakistan became a part of the United Nations, Pakistani peacekeeping have rendered services with their bravery and responsibility in almost all the wars of the world.

During UN peacekeeping missions, 171 Pakistani soldiers, including 27 officers, have sacrificed their precious lives for the restoration of peace at the global level.

Source: Radio Pakistan