Security Forces Eliminate Nine Indian-Sponsored Terrorists in Kachhi, Wadh Districts: ISPR
The military reiterated its determination to continue operations against terrorist networks threatening Pakistan's peace and security.
Pakistan’s security forces killed nine Indian-sponsored terrorists belonging to “Fitna Al Hindustan” during two separate intelligence-based operations in Balochistan’s Kachhi and Wadh districts, the military said on Wednesday.
Fitna Al Hindustan” is a term used by Pakistan to describe India-sponsored terrorist groups operating in Balochistan, including the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA).
According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operations were conducted on October 26 following intelligence reports about the presence of terrorists linked to the Indian-sponsored group.
Seven Terrorists Killed in Kachhi District
In the first intelligence-based operation, security forces targeted a terrorist hideout in Kachhi district.
According to the ISPR, security personnel successfully dismantled the hideout and killed seven Indian-sponsored terrorists following an intense exchange of fire.
Weapons and ammunition were also recovered during the operation.
Two Terrorists Killed in Wadh District
In a separate intelligence-based operation in Wadh district, security forces tracked and intercepted the movement of terrorists.
The ISPR said two Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed during an intense exchange of fire.
Security forces also recovered weapons and ammunition from the terrorists.
Sanitisation Operations Continue
The military said sanitisation operations were underway in both areas to eliminate any remaining Indian-sponsored terrorists.
The ISPR reaffirmed that Pakistan’s counter-terrorism campaign would continue at full pace to eliminate foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.
The operations form part of the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign under the vision of Azm-e-Istehkam, approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan.
The military reiterated its determination to continue operations against terrorist networks threatening Pakistan’s peace and security.