During the day, forces excavated more than 750 cubic meters of soil and recovered 13 sets of martyrs’ remains and three sets of personal artifacts in Zone B.
From June 23 through August 25, 2026, a total of 494 sets of martyrs’ remains had been found and recovered, including 253 sets accompanied by artifacts.
Of these, 461 were found at individual sites and 33 at eight mass graves, including two in Zone A and six in Zone B.
The remains and artifacts are being carefully excavated, collected and preserved under strict procedures to support the review, verification and identification of the fallen soldiers.
Search operations are continuing in Zone B, with teams expanding excavation and closely examining areas believed to be linked to the burial of fallen soldiers.
