RAWALPINDI: Security forces neutralized six Khawarij and two soldiers, including a Major embraced martyrdom, during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan’s Mir Ali area, the military media wing reported on Thursday.
According to a statement Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR), on night 29/30 January 2025, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in General Area Mir Ali, North Waziristan district on reported presence of Khwarij.
“During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location and resultantly six Khwarij were sent to hell”, the statement added.
However, during intense fire exchange, Major Hamza Israr (age: 29 years, resident of district Rawalpindi), a brave officer who was leading his troops from the front and Sepoy Muhammad Naeem (age: 26 years, resident of district Naseerabad), having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced shahadat, the ISPR said.
The statement said, “Sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other Kharji found in the area as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe-out the menace of terrorism from the country and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.”
PM, DPM, MINISTERS and COAS Attend funeral of Major Hamza Israr
Meanwhile, the funeral prayer of Major Hamza Israr Shaheed (aged 29, resident of District Rawalpindi), who embraced martyrdom while valiantly defending the motherland in Mir Ali, was solemnly offered at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar, the Defence Minister, the Information Minister, and General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), attended the funeral.
A large number of senior serving and retired military officers, soldiers, and the bereaved family members of the fallen hero also paid their respects.
While honouring the sacrifices of Pakistan’s valiant martyrs, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism. He emphasized that such supreme sacrifices strengthen national resolve and reinforce the collective faith in ensuring a peaceful and secure Pakistan for future generations. He further declared that the entire nation stands in steadfast solidarity with the Armed Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies in their resolute fight against terrorism.
Following the funeral rites, the mortal remains of Shaheed Major Hamza Israr were transported to his native hometown, where he will be laid to rest with full military honours.
