A picture of Aitizaz Hasan that has been getting attention in social media (huffington post/twitter)

The teen, Hasan, lost his life in an attempt at saving his school from a suicide bomber attack that would have killed over 2,000. Malala, who was attacked by Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) gunmen in Swat in 2012 for her vocal opposition of the militant group, has announced that she will give a donation of Rs0.5 million (roughly $8000) to Aitizaz Hasan’s family.  

“I feel saddened that violence took another child’s life in my country; I feel proud that I belong to a country where many brave and courageous people like Aitizaz Hasan are born,” Malala said. “Sacrificing his own life, Hasan saved hundreds of innocent young students from getting killed; I feel proud of his pious and courageous act. I wish his sacrifice brings peace to my people and my country.”

Hasan was awarded the highest civilian honor in Pakistan, the Sitara-e Shujaat, or his bravery and sacrifice. 

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In interviews, Hasan’s father has not spoken of his sadness but of how proud he is of his son.  "Many people are coming to see me but if they try to express sympathy, I tell them to congratulate me instead on becoming the father of a martyr. I will be even more than happy if my second son also sacrifices his life for the country.”

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