Pakistan's Most Renowned Nuclear Scientist Dies at 85
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Pakistani state television announces the death of the "father of Pakistan's nuclear bomb," Abdul Qadeer Khan.
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Khan was hailed for his efforts in enhancing Pakistan's defense and atomic field.
Abdul Qadeer Khan, "the father of Pakistan's nuclear bomb," has died at 85 due to lung problems, state-run PTV channel reported.
The Pakistani nuclear scientist was considered by some to be a "national hero" for making his country the first 'Islamic nuclear power' in the world, while the West considers him responsible for "smuggling" technology to Iran, North Korea, and Libya.
On September 16, 2012, the ruling Pakistan People's Party denied what Abdul Qadeer Khan had said about his transfer of nuclear technology to other countries on the orders of the late Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
Pakistan's President Arif Alvi expressed his sadness "to learn about the passing of Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan."
"He helped us develop nation-saving nuclear deterrence and a grateful nation will never forget his services."
Khan was hailed for his efforts in enhancing Pakistan's defense and atomic field.
