## Captain Among 7 Soldiers Martyred in Lakki Marwat Blast
Rawalpindi, 10th June 2024: In a tragic incident, seven Pakistan Army personnel, including a captain, were martyred on Sunday when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated in Lakki Marwat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The martyred soldiers were identified as:
– Captain Muhammad Faraz Ilyas, 26, a resident of Kasur district.
– Subedar Major Muhammad Nazir, 50, a resident of Skardu district.
– Lance Naik Muhammad Anwar, 34, a resident of Ghanchi district.
– Lance Naik Hussain Ali, 36, a resident of Ghizer district.
– Sepoy Asad Ullah, 33, a resident of Multan district.
– Sepoy Manzoor Hussain, 27, a resident of Gilgit district.
– Sepoy Rashid Mehmood, 31, a resident of Rawalpindi district.
### Details of the Attack
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the incident occurred when an IED targeted a vehicle carrying security forces in Lakki Marwat district. The blast resulted in the martyrdom of seven soldiers and injuries to others.
The ISPR stated that the area is being sanitized to eliminate any potential threats, and that the perpetrators responsible for this heinous act will be brought to justice.
### Condemnation and Condolences
President Asif Ali Zardari expressed deep grief over the martyrdom of the security forces personnel, paying tribute to their sacrifices and praying for their high ranks in the hereafter.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attack, reiterating the government’s unwavering commitment to continue fighting terrorism until its complete elimination. He expressed his deepest condolences to the bereaved families.
Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and other political leaders also strongly condemned the attack, emphasizing that the sacrifices of brave security personnel will never be forgotten.
### Nation’s Resolve Strengthens
The cowardly act of terrorism has only strengthened the resolve of the Pakistan Army and the nation as a whole. The Pakistani people stand united in their determination to eliminate this menace and honor the sacrifices made by their brave soldiers.
The martyrdom of these soldiers is a somber reminder of the ongoing threat posed by terrorism, but it also serves as a testament to the unwavering courage and dedication of the security forces who tirelessly work to protect the citizens of Pakistan.