PM, President Pay Tribute to Martyrs, Slam Indian Aggression
— May 13, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while paying glowing tribute to the martyrs of Marka-e-Haq, saluted the families of those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
In their separate statements issued on Tuesday, they said the entire nation stands in salute to the brave sons of the Pakistan Army and Pakistan Air Force who rendered sacrifices for the security of the motherland.
The prime minister said that through Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos, the Pakistan Armed Forces shattered India’s illusion of numerical superiority and arrogance.
He added that the valiant officers and soldiers of the Armed Forces fulfilled their promise to the nation by defending the country.
Shehbaz also expressed deep grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of 40 innocent civilians, including 15 children and 7 women, as a result of Indian aggression.
Zardari said Pakistan’s brave forces broke the enemy’s pride through Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos. He added that India’s blatant aggression has further united and strengthened the resolve of the Pakistani people.
He also expressed sorrow over the loss of innocent lives, including children and women, in the Indian attacks.