RAWALPINDI: At least 35 India-backed militants were killed in two separate operations of security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while 12 soldiers of Pakistan Army embraced martyrdom during a clash in South Waziristan.
According to the ISPR, an intelligence-based operation was carried out in Bajaur between September 10 and 13.
During an intense exchange of fire, 22 militants were killed. In another operation in South Waziristan, 13 more terrorists were eliminated.
The ISPR stated that a large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the hideouts. The slain militants had been involved in several terrorist activities in the region.
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Intelligence reports also confirmed the direct involvement of Afghan nationals. Militants were using Afghan soil against Pakistan, which remains a serious concern.
Pakistan expects the interim Afghan government to fulfil its responsibilities and prevent terrorists from using its territory.
The military’s spokesperson said that a clearance operation was still underway to track down more militants. Operations will continue until India-backed terrorism is completely eliminated.
Paying tribute to the fallen soldiers, the ISPR said that the brave sons of the soil sacrificed their lives for the motherland. Their sacrifices further strengthen our resolve.
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