Terrorist Burhan Wani's 'heroic struggle' continues to 'inspire' Kashmiri youth: Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday praised glorified slain terrorist Burhan Wani who was killed on this day in 2016 in an encounter with security forces in Kashmir.

Taking to Twitter, Sharif said Burhan Wani's "heroic struggle" continues to "inspire the Kashmiri youth".

"Indian occupation forces martyred Burhan Wani this day in 2016 but could never extinguish flame of freedom he ignited in the hearts & minds of the people of IIOJK. His heroic struggle against ruthless & illegal occupation continues to inspire the Kashmiri youth & blaze their path," he tweeted.

Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs also posted a message on Burhan Wani's sixth death anniversary. It said the government and people of Pakistan pay "strong tribute" to the life and legacy of Burhan Wani for his "selfless contribution and sacrifice" in the struggle of the Kashmiris.

"Today marks the sixth anniversary of the martyrdom of iconic Kashmiri youth leader, Burhan Muzaffar Wani. The government and people of Pakistan pay strong tribute to the life and legacy of Burhan Wani for his selfless contribution and sacrifice in the struggle of the Kashmiris to attain their inalienable right to self-determination," read the message.

"While paying homage to Burhan Wani as the face of the indigenous Kashmir freedom movement, Pakistan once again urges the Government of India to desist from indiscriminate use of force and relentless targeting of Kashmiris especially the youth." It also urged the "international community to play its due role for a just and peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant UNSC resolutions and the wishes of the Kashmiri people," it added.