MASTUNG: Security forces have killed three terrorists, including a commander identified as Naqeeb, during a successful operation against the group described by authorities as Fitan al-Hindustan in Mastung, Balochistan.
According to security sources, the forces successfully targeted a vehicle carrying the terrorists with a quadcopter.
The strike completely destroyed the vehicle and killed three terrorists, including Commander Naqeeb.
Security sources said the forces remained determined to eliminate terrorism and that operations would continue until the last terrorist was killed.
The latest action comes 10 days after an operation in Mastung on 4 September, when security forces identified and engaged the movement of terrorists in the area.
An intense exchange of fire resulted in the deaths of six Indian-sponsored terrorists.
A cache of ammunition and improvised explosive devices was also destroyed at the site during that operation, according to security sources.
Sanitisation operations are now being carried out in the area to find and eliminate any other Indian-sponsored terrorists who may remain there.
Security Forces and law-enforcement agencies are continuing their counter-terrorism campaign under the Azm-e-Istehkam initiative, approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan.
The campaign is aimed at eliminating what the authorities describe as foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.
Officials said the campaign would continue at full pace as part of efforts to counter the threat of terrorism.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi commended the security forces for carrying out a successful operation against Fitna al-Hindustan terrorists in Mastung, praising their efforts and professional capabilities in eliminating three terrorists, including a commander.