RAWALPINDI: Security forces conducted two separate intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan, eliminating seven khwarij militants and intensifying efforts to root out terrorism, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday.
According to the ISPR statement, the first operation was carried out in Miranshah based on credible intelligence, where four khwarij were killed during an intense exchange of fire. Separately, in Spinwam, three militants were neutralized during another operation.
The ISPR added that during the exchange of fire, Lance Naik Muhammad Ameen embraced martyrdom. The security forces launched a clearance operation in the region to eliminate any remaining threats.
The ISPR reiterated the armed forces’ unwavering commitment to eradicating terrorism from Pakistan, saying, “Our brave soldiers’ sacrifices further strengthen our resolve to ensure the nation’s safety and security.”
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On Monday, ISPR said the security forces killed two khwarij terrorist and captured one in injured condition during an operation in Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan district.
“During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged khwarij location, as a result of which, two khwarij were sent to hell, while one Kharji was apprehended in injured condition,” the military’s media wing said.
Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from them, who remained actively involved in terrorist activities against the security forces as well as target killing of innocent civilians.
Similarly, Security forces killed 22 Fitna Al Khwarij terrorists in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Friday and Saturday.
According to details provided by ISPR, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Gul Imam, Tank district on reported presence of khwarij.
“During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location and resultantly, nine khwarij were sent to hell, while six got injured,” the press release read.
In another operation, conducted by the security forces in North Waziristan district, 10 Khwarij terrorists were successfully neutralized.
The third encounter occurred within the vicinity of Thall district, where security forces thwarted khwarij attempt to attack a security forces’ post.
Three khwarij were killed, however, “during the intense fire exchange, six brave sons of soil, having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced Shahadat [martyrdom].”