RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s security forces have killed eight terrorists during two separate operations in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, the military media wing said on Sunday.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), “Between November 29 and December 1, security forces conducted two operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, eliminating 8 terrorists.”
However, during the operations, a Pakistan Army captain and a soldier also embraced martyrdom. “A captain and a soldier embraced martyrdom during these operations,” ISPR stated.
The first intelligence-based operation targeted a terrorist hideout in the Baka Khel area in Bannu district. During the operation, five terrorists were killed and nine were injured.
During the operation, 29-year-old Sepoy Iftikhar Hussain from Jhang displayed exceptional bravery and embraced martyrdom.
The second operation was conducted in the Shagai area of Khyber district. During the operation, three terrorists were killed and two were arrested, ISPR stated.
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Amid intense gunfire, 25-year-old Captain Muhammad Zohaibuddin from Lahore led his team valiantly and embraced martyrdom, ISPR stated.
The terrorists were involved in multiple attacks targeting security forces and innocent civilians. A clearance operation is ongoing to eliminate any remaining threats.
Pakistan’s armed forces are committed to eradicating terrorism and hailed the sacrifices of the brave soldiers as a testament to their resolve.
