Funeral prayers for six personnel of the Pakistan Army who embraced martyrdom during an exchange of fire with Khawarij in Hangu were offered in Peshawar today with full military and state honors.
The funeral ceremony was attended by Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi, the Commander Peshawar Corps, family members of the martyrs, and a large number of senior civil and military officials.
The solemn ceremony paid tribute to the supreme sacrifices rendered by the fallen personnel in the line of duty while defending the country against the threat of terrorism.
The six Pakistan Army personnel who embraced martyrdom during today’s exchange of fire with the Khawarij in Hangu have been identified as:
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Captain Abu Zar Farooq Shaheed
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Lieutenant Shiraz Babar Shaheed
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Sepoy Shakeel Ahmed Shaheed
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Sepoy Hamza Shaheed
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Sepoy Muhammad Usman Aziz Shaheed
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Non-Combatant Ghulam Sajjad Shaheed
Following the funeral prayers, the mortal remains of the martyrs were dispatched to their respective native areas, where they will be laid to rest with full military honors in accordance with established military traditions.
The sacrifices of these six personnel reflect the commitment of Pakistan’s armed forces to defending the country’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety and security of its people. Their ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty will continue to be remembered with honor and respect.
The Pakistan Army reaffirms its unwavering resolve to confront the threat posed by the Khawarij and other elements involved in acts of terrorism. The sacrifices of the martyrs further strengthen the resolve of the security forces to protect the homeland and maintain peace and stability.
The nation stands united with the families of the martyrs, whose loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of the country. The services and sacrifices of the fallen personnel will remain an enduring part of the nation’s collective memory.
Pakistan pays tribute to its martyrs, whose courage and sacrifice continue to strengthen the resolve of the nation’s security forces in the defense of the homeland.
