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Wednesday, April 02, 2025  
03 Shawwal 1446  

Security forces eliminate 13 terrorists in KP operations

Multiple raids conducted in Dera Ismail Khan, North Waziristan, Lakki Marwat, and Khyber District

Security forces successfully neutralised 13 militants in five separate operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, targeting terrorist hideouts in Dera Ismail Khan, North Waziristan, Lakki Marwat, and Khyber District.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), an intelligence-based operation was launched in the Khulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan following reports of terrorist presence.

During an intense exchange of fire, five terrorists, including their key operative Shah Gul alias Rohani, were killed.

In separate raids in Dosali and Tapi, North Waziristan, security forces eliminated five more terrorists.

Two were neutralised in an operation in Lakki Marwat, while another was taken down in Khyber’s Bagh area.

The ISPR reported that a large quantity of arms and ammunition was recovered from the slain terrorists, who were involved in attacks on security forces and the killing of innocent civilians. A clearance operation is ongoing to eliminate any remaining threats in the area.

Prime minister praises security forces

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the forces for their successful operations, commending their professionalism and commitment to national security.

“The entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the Pakistan Army in the fight against terrorism. We will continue this battle until the menace is completely eradicated,” he stated.

Interior minister vows counterterrorism efforts

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also hailed the security forces, calling the elimination of 13 militants a significant victory.

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“Our brave security forces have once again thwarted the nefarious designs of terrorists. Their sacrifices and professionalism are a source of pride for the entire nation,” he remarked.

Naqvi reiterated the government’s commitment to restoring peace in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and across Pakistan, emphasising that counterterrorism efforts would continue with full force.

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