Pakistan’s security forces have killed 11 militants during intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, according to an official statement reported by the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP).
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the security forces for carrying out the operations and described them as successful intelligence-based actions against militants linked to Fitna al-Khawarij.
Operations Conducted in Two Provinces
According to the official information, security operations were carried out in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
The operations were based on intelligence information and were aimed at militant elements operating in the two provinces.
Authorities have not released all operational details, including the precise locations and identities of those killed.
Interior Minister Praises Security Forces
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the personnel involved in the operations.
He said the successful actions demonstrated the security forces’ commitment to protecting the country and combating militant threats.
The government has repeatedly emphasized intelligence-based operations as part of its broader security strategy.
Security Situation in KP and Balochistan
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan have both faced security challenges in recent years.
Security forces regularly conduct operations against militant groups in areas where authorities identify potential threats.
These operations can involve intelligence gathering, targeted searches and coordinated actions by security agencies.
Government’s Position
The government has said that maintaining national security and protecting citizens remain major priorities.
Officials have continued to stress the importance of cooperation between security institutions and civilian authorities in responding to security threats.
Further details about the latest operations may be released by authorities as assessments continue.
What Happens Next?
Security agencies are expected to continue monitoring militant activity in areas considered vulnerable to attacks.
Authorities may also provide additional information about the latest operations after the completion of operational and intelligence assessments.
For now, officials have confirmed the deaths of 11 militants in the reported operations.
Final Thoughts
The latest operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan highlight the continuing security challenges faced by Pakistan.
The government says intelligence-based operations are being used to counter militant threats and protect citizens.
FirstClick will update this story if authorities release additional verified information.
Operation Breakdown by Region
According to official military and state media reports via Radio Pakistan, the counterterrorism operations successfully targeted active militant hideouts in three primary districts across both provinces:
| Province | District / Area | Terrorists Killed | Group Affiliation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | Bannu | 2 | Fitna al-Khawarij (TTP) |
| Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | Ladha, South Waziristan | 5 | Fitna al-Khawarij (TTP) |
| Balochistan | Sasool, Khuzdar | 4 | Fitna al-Hindustan |
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: In the Bannu district, security forces targeted high-value infrastructure belonging to Fitna al-Khawarij—the official designation used by the state for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Two militants were eliminated following a heavy exchange of fire. Separately, five additional Khawarij militants were neutralized in the rugged Ladha area of South Waziristan. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from both sites.
- Balochistan: In the Sasool area of Khuzdar, security forces engaged elements of Fitna al-Hindustan, a term utilized by Pakistani authorities to designate Baloch separatist groups acting as external proxies. Utilizing advanced aerial surveillance, including quadcopters, forces neutralised four terrorists and dismantled an active camp.
National Leadership Response
Following the completion of the raids, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi issued a statement praising the swift tactical execution of the security personnel.
According to reports published by Dawn News, both President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formally commended the armed forces. The Prime Minister reaffirmed that the state remains thoroughly determined to eliminate terror threats entirely, emphasizing that those seeking to disrupt internal development and peace will face zero tolerance.
The operations come amid an expanded nationwide security effort to counter a notable surge in cross-border and proxy-driven regional unrest.
Source: APP / Government statement. App
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