ISPR: 11 soldiers martyred, 78 injured defending Pakistan from Indian attack.

 ISPR Statement on Pakistan-India Escalation:

1. Pakistani Losses in Indian Aggression:

   • 11 soldiers martyred, including Army and Air Force personnel.

   • 78 military personnel injured in the clashes.

   • 40 civilians killed (including 7 women and 15 children), with 121 civilians wounded in Indian strikes.

2. India’s Provocation & Pakistan’s Response:

   • India launched “Operation Sindoor” (May 6-7), conducting airstrikes on Pakistan, leading to civilian casualties.

   • Pakistan retaliated with “Operation Bunyanum Marsoos”, a precision-based military response targeting Indian positions.

3. Ceasefire & US Mediation:

   • Intense fighting continued for days, including missile exchanges, before a US-brokered ceasefire was announced on May 10.

4. Honoring the Martyrs:

   • The ISPR named the fallen soldiers, praising their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.

   • PM Shehbaz Sharif declared May 10 as “Youm-e-Marka-i-Haq” to commemorate Pakistan’s successful defense.

   • May 16, 2025, will be observed as a day of national gratitude for the armed forces’ victory.

5. Pakistan’s Strong Warning:

   • The ISPR issued a clear message: Any future aggression against Pakistan’s sovereignty will be met with a “swift, full-spectrum, and decisive response.”

The recent escalation between Pakistan and India resulted in significant human and military losses, with Pakistan demonstrating resolute defense capabilities through Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. While the ceasefire has temporarily halted hostilities, **tensions remain high