2 terrorists killed in Bannu operation
BANNU: Security forces killed two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Janikhel area here on Tuesday, sources said. According to them, the operation was conducted in Shahid Khan village, in which two unidentified terrorists were killed in an exchange of fire. The sources said bodies of the terrorists were recovered by a local security unit. Meanwhile, an explosive device…
Security forces in Bannu clashed with two terrorists during an intelligence-led operation on Tuesday, sources reported. The exchange of fire took place in Shahid Khan village, resulting in the deaths of the unidentified militants, whose bodies were later recovered by a local security unit. Additionally, an explosive device planted by the terrorists on a roadside in the Khanikhel area of Miryan tehsil detonated, creating a significant crater in the road.
Fortunately, no casualties were reported in this incident, according to preliminary information. According to sources, security forces are currently engaged in an ongoing operation against terrorists in Khanikhel and surrounding areas, with the road frequently used by security personnel for their movement. The explosion is believed to have been intended to target security forces.
Subsequently, the area was cordoned off, and a search and clearance operation was initiated. Traffic on the affected road was briefly halted.
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