The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement on Wednesday said that two more soldiers of Pakistan’s armed forces injured in blatant and cowardly Indian strikes on the night of May 6 and 7 have embraced martyrdom.

‘While defending the motherland with exemplary courage and unwavering resolve, 2 more valiant sons of the soil embraced shahadat today, who were hospitalised,’ the statement added.

It said the latest deaths brought the total number of martyred personnel of the Pakistan Armed Forces to 13. It said as many as 78 had sustained injuries in the line of duty.

According to the statement, the martyred heroes are Pakistan Army’s Shaheed Havaldar Muhammad Naveed and Pakistan Air Force’s Shaheed Senior Technician Muhammad Ayaz. ‘Their noble sacrifice stands as a timeless testament to their courage, devotion to duty, and unshakeable patriotism,’ the statement added.

It said the armed forces of Pakistan, in unity with the people of Pakistan, pay the highest tribute to these brave martyrs and extend heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

‘Prayers are also offered for the swift and complete recovery of all those injured in the attack. Their sacrifice will forever remain etched in the nation’s collective memory, inspiring generations to come’, it added.