On 6 January 2014, Aitzaz Hasan, a 15-year-old student from Hangu in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, carried out an act of extraordinary bravery that saved countless lives.

After identifying a suicide bomber attempting to enter his school, Aitzaz made the decision to intervene. He stopped the attacker at the entrance, preventing him from reaching over 2,000 students inside.

The explosives detonated during the confrontation, and Aitzaz was killed instantly.

His actions prevented a mass-casualty attack and led to him being recognised as a national hero. He was posthumously awarded the Sitara-e-Shujaat, one of Pakistan’s highest honours for bravery.

His legacy continues to be remembered across Pakistan as a powerful example of courage, sacrifice, and selflessness.

Rest in power, Aitzaz. Your legacy lives on. 🇵🇰

@ThePulsePoint