Seven terrorists killed in Balochistan, KP operations: state media
- Forces destroy terrorist hideouts in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Security forces killed seven terrorists in operations across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, recovering weapons and destroying hideouts. The Prime Minister and Interior Minister praised the forces and vowed to eliminate terrorism.
- Security operations in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Terrorist groups Fitna al-Hindustan and Fitna Al-Khawarij.
- Prime Minister's commitment to eliminating terrorism.
At least seven terrorists were killed by security forces during operations in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, state media Radio Pakistan reported on Tuesday citing security sources.
The sources said security forces killed two terrorists during operations in Nokcha area of Chaghi district.
According to security sources, terrorists of Fitna al-Hindustan set an empty water bowser on fire in Nokcha and attempted to flee. “However, security forces responded swiftly and effectively and eliminated two terrorists,” they added.
Separately, five terrorists of Fitna Al-Khawarij were killed by security forces during an intelligence-based operation in the Bara area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
According to security sources, a large quantity of weapons and ammunition was recovered from the terrorists.
As a result of the security forces’ extensive operation, the hideouts of Fitna al-Khawarij were completely destroyed.
PM vows to eliminate terrorism
PM Shehbaz Sharif commended security forces for successful operations against terrorists in KP and Balochistan.
In a statement issued by the PM Office, he said the security forces had demonstrated their professional capabilities, courage and bravery, thwarting the sordid designs of the terrorists.
The prime minister said operations would continue until terrorism was completely eliminated from the country. “Elements seeking to undermine Pakistan’s peace and stability will not be allowed to succeed in their nefarious designs,” he said.
Meanwhile, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also praised the security forces for conducting successful intelligence-based operations against Khawarij in KP and Balochistan.
In a statement, the minister said the brave personnel of the security forces acted in time and thwarted the plans of the Khawarij through effective operations.
He appreciated the efforts of the forces and acknowledged their role in maintaining security.
“The successful operations demonstrate the preparedness and effectiveness of the forces in dealing with security threats,” he said.