President Dr Arif Alvi telephoned families of soldiers who were martyred at Line of Control.

Talking to families of Havildar  Abdur Rab, Naik Khurram  and Sipahi Ghulam Hussain separately, he expressed condolence to them.

He said those who sacrificed their lives for the motherland will always be remembered.

The president said nation is highly indebted of sacrifices of its martyrs and it is also ready to defend the country.

He paid tribute to the families for their courage.