"This is my heartfelt tribute to the most incredible dad, whom I will never see again. On this special anniversary, I honor his memory, reflecting on the beautiful moments we shared and the profound impact he had on my life. Though the pain of losing him will never fade, these memories bring me comfort and strength. My dad’s absence is deeply felt, yet his guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever. His wisdom continues to inspire me, and his love shapes my life, even though he’s been gone for a while. He has always been the most important part of my life, and he will forever remain in my heart for all eternity. He was everything to me, and there will never be a day when I don’t think of him and pray for him.
"I believe the last time I spoke to him, he had just been released from a military hospital in Paris and was resting at my brother’s house. He chatted with my wife and kids and told me he was going home on Wednesday to take care of some things, planning to return to Paris in a few weeks. We ended the conversation with prayers and blessings, and then I hung up the phone.
"A few days later, while I was in my office in Washington, DC, dealing with the challenges of a busy Friday evening, my phone rang at seven PM. The display showed an area code 221 number. Upon learning the news of his passing that evening, my heart shattered into a million pieces, and it felt like I had a heart attack. It was by far the most devastating, heart-wrenching moment of my life. But I accepted the reality and submitted myself to God’s plan. “To God we belong and to God we return.”
"My dad was a dedicated family man who grew up in a tough environment, constantly struggling to make ends meet. Through hard work and dedication, he rose as a brilliant, well-respected military leader and emerged as an outstanding diplomat with a deep understanding of international cooperation. He devoted his entire life to public service, giving his heart and soul to his nation, always putting country over self and service before ambition.
"I can never fully express how much my dad meant to me. He supported me in my personal, professional, and educational endeavors, instilling in me the values of honesty, integrity, respect, and the importance of education. I will be forever grateful to him for this priceless foundation.
"My dad was an extraordinary citizen, a man of tremendous decency, filled with compassion and kindness, and a loving father with a golden heart. He was always there for me, for our family, and for those in dire need. He was deeply sensitive to people’s suffering, believing it was a human imperative to alleviate hardship, support those in difficulty, and uplift the least among us. Countless people benefited from his generosity, and he was always willing to share his knowledge and wealth with others.
"I pray that Allah admits him to His vast paradise, and that his grave is spacious and filled with light."
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