Qila Abdullah: Security forces have killed eight Khwarij in two separate engagements in Qila Abdullah and Bannu districts.
According to Radio Pakistan, five Khwarij, including two suicide bombers, were neutralized when they attempted to attack a security forces’ post in the Gulistan area of Qila Abdullah last night. The attempt to breach the post was effectively thwarted by the troops, forcing the attackers to ram an explosive-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the post. During the intense exchange of fire, two soldiers, Naik Tahir Khan and Lance Naik Tahir Iqbal, sacrificed their lives and embraced martyrdom.
Sanitization operations are currently being conducted in the area to ensure that the perpetrators of this act are brought to justice. The security forces of Pakistan remain committed to eliminating the threat of terrorism, and the sacrifices of the brave soldiers only strengthen this resolve.
Meanwhile, three Khwarij were killed and nine others injured in an intelligence-based operation conducted by security forces in the general area of Jani Khel in Bannu District. Sanitization operations are ongoing to eliminate any remaining Khwarij in the area, as Pakistan’s security forces are determined to eradicate terrorism from the country.