Weapons, ammunition and explosives recovered from terrorists involved in multiple attacks
Security forces kill 18 terrorists linked to Indian proxy group Fitna al Hindustan in two separate operations in Balochistan on October 28 and 29.
An Intelligence Based Operation (IBO) in the Chiltan Mountains area of Quetta District has targeted the reported presence of terrorists. “During the operation, our troops effectively attacked the position of the terrorists and after an intense exchange of fire, 14 Indian-sponsored terrorists were neutralized and sent to hell,” the ISPR said.
In a second operation in Buleda, Kech district, a terrorist hideout was raided and four terrorists were “successfully neutralized”. Arms, ammunition and explosives were recovered from the terrorists, who were allegedly involved in multiple terrorist activities.
“Disinfection operations are underway to eliminate all remaining Indian-sponsored terrorists in the region,” the ISPR added.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif congratulated security forces for two successful operations against Fitna al Hindustan terrorists in Quetta and Kech districts.
In a statement, President Asif Ali Zardari said security forces led by ‘Azm e Istehkam’ were determined to eliminate terrorism.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said in a statement that the entire nation stood with the security forces in the fight against terrorism. He reiterated the strong commitment to eradicate terrorism in all its forms from the country.
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