Rawalpindi, 26 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Former Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General (retd) Abdul Waheed Kakar passed away in Rawalpindi on Monday, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Chief of the Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and all ranks of the Pakistan Army expressed deep sorrow over the demise of the former army chief. In a statement, the military’s media wing paid tribute to General Kakar’s distinguished military career, leadership and invaluable services to the Pakistan Army. The Pakistan Army also expressed solidarity with the bereaved family and offered heartfelt condolences, praying that Allah Almighty grant the departed soul the highest place in Jannah and give the family strength and patience to bear the loss. President Asif Ali Zardari also expressed profound grief over the passing of the former COAS and conveyed his sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. He prayed for eternal peace for the departed soul and strength for the family to endure the loss with patience. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also expressed sorrow over General Kakar’s demise and paid tribute to his valuable services to the Pakistan Army.