The security forces killed eight terrorists during two successive intelligence (IBOS) operations in the Baloutchistan Kalat district, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday.
According to the army media wing, the first operation was launched on July 19, targeting a place suspected of hosting terrorists linked to the group. “During the operation, four terrorists were successfully neutralized,” said the ISPR.
Acting on the information gathered during the mission, a follow -up disinfection operation was carried out on July 21 in the surroundings. “Four other terrorists of Fitna al Hindustan were driven and sent to hell, “added the ISPR.
The security staff also discovered and dismantled a terrorist hiding place during operations. A large cache of weapons, ammunition and explosives has been recovered from the site.
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“Pakistan’s security forces, in line with the nation, remain resolved by beating all the threats to peace, stability and the progress of Balutchistan,” said the ISPR, reaffirming the military’s commitment to eradicate terrorism.
President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to the security forces for success. In his declaration, the president congratulated the forces to “have translated anti-state elements with courage and professional excellence”.
“Terrorists seek to sabotage peace and stability – something that will in no case be authorized.
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In addition, the Federal Minister of the Interior Mohin Naqvi also praised the security forces, qualifying the operation in Kalat as a significant success. “We salute the security forces for having sent terrorists supported by the Indians to hell and foiled their malicious intentions thanks to a timely action,” he said.
Naqvi added that the nation had seen such efforts with admiration. “The humiliating end of these terrorists sponsored by India sends a clear message-there is no hiding place for such conspiracies in Pakistan. Each last terrorist will be eliminated from the country,” he said.
