34 Indian-backed terrorists killed during security operations in KP: ISPR

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Tuesday that security forces eliminated 34 Indian-backed terrorists during a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) carried out across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa between October 13 and 15.

According to the ISPR, the militants belonging to the group Fitna-al-Khawarij, operating under Indian patronage, were neutralised during multiple encounters with security personnel.

In North Waziristan’s Spinwam area, security forces launched an operation based on credible intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists, resulting in the killing of 18 militants after an intense exchange of fire.

Another eight terrorists were eliminated during a separate IBO in South Waziristan.

The third operation took place in Bannu district, where eight more terrorists were killed during the security forces’ action.

“Sanitisation operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored terrorist found in the area as relentless counterterrorism campaign under vision “Azm-e-Istehkam” (as approved by federal apex committee on National Action Plan) by security forces and law enforcement agencies of Pakistan will continue at full pace to wipe out menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country,” the ISPR statement read.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the successful operations and paid tribute to the armed forces for their professional excellence and unwavering commitment to the nation’s security.

He reiterated that Pakistan’s campaign against terrorism would continue with full determination until the complete eradication of militancy from the country. “The security forces have crushed the terrorists’ designs with their skill and bravery,” the prime minister said, adding that all possible measures will be taken to ensure the safety of citizens and safeguard national integrity.