PM, COAS attend funeral prayers for martyred Maj Hamza Israr

RAWALPINDI: Funeral prayers for Major Hamza Israr Shaheed (aged 29, resident of District Rawalpindi), who embraced martyrdom while valiantly defending the motherland in Mir Ali, were solemnly offered at Chaklala Garrison, Rawalpindi.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy PM Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M) 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.

Shaheed Major Hamza Israr will be laid to rest with full military honours in his hometown.