RAWALPINDI: Security Forces conducted intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan and Nushki, killing a total of 12 Indian-sponsored terrorists, while an Army major embraced martyrdom during the operation in North Waziristan, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
In a separate operation conducted in Nushki District of Balochistan on the night of July 30-31, Security Forces acted on intelligence reports regarding the presence of terrorists linked to Fitna al Hindustan.
The ISPR said security forces identified, monitored, and successfully dismantled a terrorist hideout through a timely and effective operation. Seven terrorists, including a suicide bomber, were killed during the action.
A cache of weapons, ammunition, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) was also destroyed at the site, according to the military’s media wing.
Earlier, in Razmak area of North Waziristan District, security forces killed five Indian-sponsored terrorists in an intelligence-based operation. During the exchange of fire, Major Hafiz Ihsan Elahi embraced martyrdom while leading his troops from the front.
The ISPR said sanitization operations are underway in both areas to eliminate any remaining terrorists. It added that the counterterrorism campaign under “Azm-e-Istehkam” will continue with full force to eradicate foreign-sponsored terrorism from the country.
