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Express Tribune
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Indian aggression: 40 civilians among 51 martyrs
Forty Pakistanis, including seven women and 15 children, embraced martyrdom in unprovoked, reprehensible and dastardly Indian attacks on May 7, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Tuesday. The military's media wing said that the barbaric strikes targeting innocent civilians also injured 121 people, including 10 women and 27 children. Additionally, 11 armed forces personnel laid down their lives defending the motherland, while 78 others sustained injuries. India launched missiles strikes on Pakistani civilian targets during the night between May 6 and 7. In response, Pakistan mounted a fierce counterattack, downing five Indian warplanes. Over the next two days, India deployed swarms of drones, all of which were successfully shot down by Pakistani forces. On May 10, The Pakistan Armed Forces mounted a determined and proportionate retaliation under the banner of Marka-e-Haq, conducting precise and notched-up retributive strikes as part of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. These decisive actions compelled India to request a ceasefire, to which Pakistan agreed. "These barbaric strikes resulted in the martyrdom of 40 civiliansamong them seven women and 15 childrenwhile 121 others sustained injuries, including 10 women and 27 children," the ISPR said, referring to the brutal attacks in the early hours of May 7. "In response to this grave aggression, the Pakistan Armed Forces mounted a resolute response under the banner of Marka-e-Haq, delivering precise and intensified retributive strikes through Operation Bunyanum Marsoos," the statement said. "While defending the motherland with exemplary valour, 11 personnel of the Pakistan Armed Forces embraced martyrdom and 78 were wounded," it said. They included Naik Abdul Rehman, Lance Naik Dilawar Khan, Lance Naik Ikramullah, Naik Waqar Khalid, Sepoy Adeel Akbar and Sepoy Nisar. According to ISPR, the martyrs from the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) included Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf, Chief Technician Aurangzeb, Senior Technician Najeeb, Corporal Technician Farooq and Senior Technician Mubashir. Tributes pour in "The noble sacrifice of martyrs is an enduring symbol of courage, devotion, and unwavering patriotismetched forever in the nation's memory," the ISPR said. It paid "solemn tribute to the martyred civilians and military personnel" and prayed for the swift recovery of the injured. "The nation remains resolute in the face of aggression. Let there be no ambiguity: any attempt to challenge Pakistan's sovereignty or territorial integrity, ever again, shall be met with a swift, full-spectrum, and decisive response Inshallah. Pakistan Zindabad - Afwaj-e-Pakistan Paindabad." President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid glowing tribute to martyrs of Marka-e-Haq and saluted the families of those who sacrificed their lives for the nation. They said that the entire nation offered salute to brave sons of Pakistan Army and the PAF, who rendered sacrifices for security of the motherland. They expressed grief over the loss of precious lives, including children and women, during the Indian attacks. "Our brave forces shattered the enemy's arrogance through 'Operation Bunyanum Marsoos', the president said in a statement. India's blatant aggression has further united and strengthened the Pakistani people," he added. Prime Minister Shehbaz also underscored that through 'Operation Bunyanum Marsoos', Pakistani Armed Forces shattered India's fantasy of having numerical strength and arrogance. "Our valiant officers and soldiers fulfilled their promise made with the nation to protect the motherland," he added. Prime Minister expressed his deep grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of 40 innocent civilians, including 15 children and seven women due to Indian aggression. He prayed for the quick recovery of those sustained injuries. Compensation package In a major policy announcement on Monday, Shehbaz said that families of civilians martyred during the operation would receive Rs10 million each, while injured civilians would be granted between Rs1 to 2 million each, depending on the severity of injuries. For the martyred military personnel, the government would provide Rs10 million to Rs18 million to families, based on rank. Additionally, based on rank, Rs19 million to Rs42 million would be given as housing assistance to the martyrs' families. Families of the martyrs would continue to receive full salary and allowances until their scheduled retirement date; besides the children of the martyred soldiers would be entitled to free education up to graduation, and one daughter of each martyr would receive Rs1 million marriage grant. The prime minister said that the military personnel injured during the operation would receive between Rs2 million and Rs5 million each. He further announced that the federal government would bear the expenses of the treatment for all the wounded individuals, both civilian and military. In addition to individual support, Shehbaz said, the government will also undertake the reconstruction of all homes and mosques damaged or destroyed in the Indian strikes. "The responsibility of supporting the children of martyrs lies with the government, Shehbaz said. "We will fulfil this duty." Shehbaz also announced that all individuals who rendered services in the country's defence during the operationregardless of rank or rolewill be officially recognised at the national level and honoured with awards. (WITH INPUT FROM AGENCIES)
Business Recorder
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
11 soldiers among 51 martyred
ISLAMABAD: A total of 51 precious lives were lost and 199 individuals were injured, including both civilians and military personnel, as a result of unprovoked and reprehensible attacks by the Indian Armed Forces on the night of May 6–7, 2025. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Indian strikes deliberately targeted civilian areas, causing the martyrdom of 40 civilians—including seven women and 15 children—and injuring 121 others, among them 10 women and 27 children. In a resolute and calculated response, the Pakistan Armed Forces launched Operation Bunyanum Marsoos under the overarching framework of Marka-e-Haq, executing precise and powerful strikes against hostile positions. This swift retaliation demonstrated Pakistan's firm resolve to defend its sovereignty and protect its citizens from external aggression. During the operation, 11 valiant personnel of the Pakistan Armed Forces embraced martyrdom, and 78 were wounded while defending the motherland with exceptional courage. The Pakistan Army martyrs include: Naik Abdul Rehman Lance Naik Dilawar Khan Lance Naik Ikramullah Naik Waqar Khalid Sepoy Muhammad Adeel Akbar Sepoy Nisar The Pakistan Air Force martyrs include: Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf Chief Technician Aurangzeb Senior Technician Najeeb Corporal Technician Farooq Senior Technician Mubashir The sacrifices of these brave sons of the soil are a symbol of unmatched dedication, valour, and patriotism. Their legacy will live on in the heart of the nation, a reminder of the price paid for peace and sovereignty. The Pakistan Armed Forces, in unity with the entire nation, paid heartfelt tribute to the fallen civilians and military personnel. Prayers were also offered for the swift and complete recovery of the wounded. The ISPR emphasised that the nation remains unwavering in its resolve. Any future misadventure or attempt to undermine Pakistan's territorial integrity will be met with a swift, comprehensive, and decisive response. A total of seven Indian Air Force aircraft, including fighter jets and a Heron remotely piloted vehicle, were downed during Operation Bunyanum Marsoos by the Pakistan Air Force, in a series of retaliatory strikes that exposed critical weaknesses in India's air defence capabilities, according to security sources. One Indian jet crashed in the Anantnag region, where the pilot is feared dead. Security sources confirmed that the aircraft's ejection seat and helmet were recovered from the Kokernag area. Another jet went down in the Pampore or Pulwama region, where both pilots were seriously injured and shifted to a hospital in Srinagar. A third fighter aircraft was brought down in the Pantiyal area of Ramban district. The pilot, identified as Flying Officer Iqbal Singh, sustained injuries and was evacuated to the Army Hospital in Udhampur. In Bharda Kalan, Tehsil Akhnoor, another aircraft crashed in farmland, injuring both pilots who ejected before impact. They were moved to the military hospital in Akhnoor. Another Indian jet reportedly crashed in the Bathinda region. In addition, a Heron remotely piloted vehicle was shot down 13 nautical miles east of Jammu city, further adding to India's aerial losses. Defence experts termed this series of crashes a serious blow to the Indian Air Force, stating that Operation Bunyanum Marsoos reflects the IAF's operational failure. They added that the consistent destruction of Indian aircraft raises major concerns about India's military preparedness and air strategy. AFP adds: Pakistan's military statement Tuesday listed the highest ranked service member to be killed in the latest conflict as an airforce squadron leader. The military has said it downed five Indian jets. India has claimed that 15 civilians and five soldiers died. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
40 civilians, 11 troops martyred in Indian aggression: ISPR
Listen to article At least 51 people, including 40 civilians and 11 military personnel, were killed during India's cross-border attacks on Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Pakistani territory, Pakistan's military said, calling the attacks 'unprovoked and reprehensible'. The casualties occurred during a military escalation on the night of May 6 and 7 during which Indian forces deliberately targeted residential areas, including women, children, and the elderly, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. 'These barbaric strikes resulted in the martyrdom of 40 civilians — among them 7 women and 15 children,' the ISPR said. At least 121 others were injured, including 10 women and 27 children. The ISPR said 11 personnel of the Pakistan armed forces were also killed in action while defending the region. Seventy-eight others were wounded. 'The armed forces mounted a resolute response... delivering precise and measured retaliation,' the statement added. The military released the names of the fallen personnel, who included air force and ground unit members: Naik Abdul Rehman, Lance Naik Dilawar Khan, Lance Naik Ikramullah, Naik Waqar Khalid, Sepoy Muhammad Adeel Akbar, Sepoy Nisar, Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf, Chief Technician Aurangzeb, Senior Technician Najeeb, Corporal Technician Farooq, and Senior Technician Mubashir. 'Their noble sacrifice is an enduring symbol of courage, devotion, and unwavering patriotism — etched forever in the nation's memory,' ISPR said. The statement continued, 'The armed forces, together with the people of Pakistan, pay solemn tribute to the martyred civilians and military personnel, and offer heartfelt prayers for the swift recovery of the injured.' It concluded with a warning, stating that any attempt to challenge Pakistan's sovereignty 'shall be met with a swift, full-spectrum, and decisive response, Inshallah.' Earlier, senior military officials from Pakistan and India on Monday held their first round of talks through a hotline and agreed to maintain the ceasefire agreed on Saturday after the five-day war. As part of the ceasefire deal, brokered by the United States, Director General Military Operations (DGMO) of Pakistan Major General Kashif Abdullah and his Indian counterpart Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai spoke to each other. India-Pakistan ceasefire follows escalation, but Fragile Calm Persists A full and immediate ceasefire between India and Pakistan was announced on May 10 after days of heightened military exchanges that brought both nuclear-armed neighbours to the brink of war. The announcement was first made by US President Donald Trump and later confirmed by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Tensions flared following an April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which left 26 civilians dead. India blamed Pakistan-based elements without presenting any evidence, Islamabad rejected the allegations. In response, India closed the Wagah border, revoked visas, and suspended the Indus Waters Treaty—moves Pakistan called an 'act of war.' The conflict intensified with India's missile attracks and drone incursions as it lauched its Operation Sindoor. Pakistan's military launched Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos in retaliation, and announced it had downed five Indian jets—including Rafales—and intercepted 77 Israeli-made Harop drones. Following diplomatic intervention led by Washington, both sides agreed to halt military activity across land, air, and sea. However, hours after the truce, fresh skirmishes were reported along both sides of the Line of Control. Explosions were heard in Srinagar and exchanges of fire were cited by officials on both sides, raising concerns over the ceasefire's durability. Pakistan's Foreign Office reiterated its commitment to the ceasefire while accusing India of violations. DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry stressed that Pakistan had not requested the truce, asserting that India initiated the ceasefire request following Pakistan's retaliatory strikes. He described war between two nuclear powers as 'inconceivable' and 'an absurdity.' Chaudhry confirmed that no Indian pilot was in Pakistani custody, dismissing viral claims as misinformation. He called Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos a unified national response to Indian aggression, noting Pakistan had delivered on its commitments to respond decisively and proportionately. Cities across Pakistan observed Youm-e-Tashakkur (Day of Thanks) on Sunday to mark what was hailed domestically as a successful defence of national sovereignty.
India.com
13-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
11 Pakistan Soldiers Killed In Cross-Border Clashes With India, Confirms ISPR
At least 11 Pakistani soldiers were killed and 78 others were injured in foiling what has been termed as "unprovoked and reprehensible" attacks by India, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated in a release on Tuesday. ISPR, the military media wing of Pakistan, also added that 40 civilians, among them seven women and 15 children, were killed in the fighting, and 121 civilians were injured. Among the killed soldiers, six belonged to the Pakistan Army and five belonged to the Pakistan Air Force. The martyred army personnel include Naik Abdul Rehman, Lance Naik Dilawar Khan, Lance Naik Ikramullah, Naik Waqar Khalid, Sepoy Muhammad Adeel Akbar, and Sepoy Nisar. The Pakistan Air Force confirmed Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf, Chief Technician Aurangzeb, Senior Technician Najeeb, Corporal Technician Farooq, and Senior Technician Mubashir as killed. "Their noble sacrifice is an enduring symbol of courage, devotion, and unwavering patriotism — etched forever in the nation's memory," wrote the ISPR statement. The army pledged stern action against any further aggression, declaring that "any move to test Pakistan's sovereignty or territorial integrity will meet a prompt, full-spectrum, and determined response." Tensions along the border continue as both countries are keeping a close eye on the situation.
