The security forces stepped up action against suspected militants in Orakzai Agency, killing hundreds of militants and destroyed dozens of their hideouts in the region.

According to details, Jet fighters planes of security forces shelled militant hideouts in Ali Sher Zai and other areas in upper Orakzai Agency.

At least thirteen militants were killed and more than eight others injured in the bombardment that also destroyed two militant hideouts.

The militants are optionless except to lay down arms and surrender before security forces.