In a tragic escalation of violence, 16 courageous troopers of Pakistan’s safety forces embraced martyrdom, whereas eight militants had been neutralized throughout a fierce change of fireside in South Waziristan’s Makeen district, in response to a press release by the Inter-Providers Public Relations (ISPR).
Based on the army’s media wing, the confrontation occurred through the evening of December 20-21, when a gaggle of militants tried to assault a safety checkpoint.
The ISPR revealed that the troopers successfully thwarted the try, efficiently eliminating eight militants. Regardless of their heroic efforts, 16 troopers misplaced their lives within the line of responsibility.
Whereas reiterating Pakistan’s safety forces dedication to eradicate the terrorism, the ISPR assertion emphasised {that a} sanitization operation is at the moment underway within the space, with a agency resolve to convey the perpetrators to justice.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif condemned the assault and paid tribute to the martyred troopers.
Extending his condolences to their households, the Prime Minister lauded the efforts of the safety forces in neutralizing the militants and reaffirmed the nation’s dedication to eliminating terrorism.
“Our safety forces are a steadfast defend in opposition to terrorists, making certain the security of our nation. Your complete nation salutes the martyrs and stays resolute within the struggle in opposition to terrorism,” the Prime Minister acknowledged.
Inside Minister Mohsin Naqvi additionally expressed his heartfelt condolences to the households of the martyrs, calling their sacrifice unparalleled.
“These courageous sons of the soil gave their lives for peace within the nation and are our nation’s heroes. Their sacrifices will perpetually be remembered,” he stated, pledging unwavering help to the households of the fallen troopers.
Particulars of the Martyrs
The ISPR shared the profiles of the 16 martyrs, all of whom hailed from totally different areas of Pakistan and had devoted a number of years to serving within the armed forces:
Lance Naik Liaqat Ali (30, District Kurram): Served for 11 years.
Lance Naik Muhammad Ishaq (31, District Karak): Served for 9 years.
Havaldar Ayub Khan (38, District Attock): Served for 15 years.
Havaldar Umar Hayat (40, District Kohat): Served for 17 years.
Sepoy Mehboob Rehman (26, District Tank): Served for 8 years.
Havaldar Muhammad Hayat (37, District Bannu): Served for 17 years.
Lance Naik Sher Muhammad (26, District Malakand): Served for 7 years.
Sepoy Ehsan-ul-Haq (22, District Decrease Dir): Served for 4 years.
Sepoy Junaid (25, District Khyber): Served for 3 years.
Lance Naik Hamid Ali (29, District Swabi): Served for 8 years.
Sepoy Kaleemullah (26, District Lakki Marwat): Served for 3 years.
Havaldar Tahir Mahmood (41, District Kohat): Served for 18 years.
Lance Naik Masoor Shaheen (29, District Kohat): Served for 7 years.
Sepoy Faiz Muhammad (22, District Mansehra): Served for 4 years.
Sepoy Tayyab Ali (23, District Haripur): Joined the military a yr in the past.
Sepoy Junaid (26, District Shangla): Served for 4 years.