Pakistan’s national airline, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), faced backlash over an advertisement that depicted a plane heading towards the Eiffel Tower, sparking controversy and accusations of insensitivity. The ad, posted on Jan. 10 to celebrate the resumption of flights to European Union countries after a four-year ban, featured a plane superimposed over the French flag with the words 'Paris, we're coming today.'
The imagery immediately drew criticism on social media, prompting Pakistan's prime minister to call for an inquiry. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar condemned the ad as an act of 'stupidity,' further fueling public outrage.
