In a strong defense against what it termed India’s “unprovoked and deplorable” military actions, Pakistan lost at least 11 soldiers and saw 78 others wounded, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported on Tuesday.
The hostilities followed India’s accusation that Pakistan was behind the Pahalgam attack. In retaliation, India launched air strikes on the night of May 6–7, under the banner of Operation Sindoor, leading to civilian deaths and triggering a series of missile exchanges between the two nuclear-armed nations. It wasn’t until U.S. President Donald Trump brokered a ceasefire on Saturday that tensions began to ease.
According to the ISPR, 40 civilians, including seven women and 15 children, were killed during the Indian offensive, while 121 others were injured.
The fallen from the Pakistan Army included Naik Abdul Rehman, Lance Naik Dilawar Khan, Lance Naik Ikramullah, Naik Waqar Khalid, Sepoy Muhammad Adeel Akbar, and Sepoy Nisar. The Pakistan Air Force also suffered losses, including Squadron Leader Usman Yousuf, Chief Technician Aurangzeb, Senior Technician Najeeb, Corporal Technician Farooq, and Senior Technician Mubashir.
The ISPR said Pakistan’s armed forces responded under Operation Bunyanum Marsoos as part of Marka-i-Haq, delivering precise retaliatory strikes. It praised the martyrs as symbols of national courage and commitment.
“Their sacrifice will forever be remembered,” read the statement. “Pakistan will respond swiftly and decisively to any future threats to its sovereignty or territorial integrity.”
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that May 10 will henceforth be observed annually as Youm-e-Marka-i-Haq, commemorating the armed forces’ achievements. This year, Friday, May 16, 2025, will be marked as a day of national tribute and thanksgiving.
