Six terrorists killed, two soldiers martyred in DI Khan operation: ISPR
PM Shehbaz lauds security forces, says 'entire nation salutes the sacrifices of brave soldiers'
On October 24, an intelligence-based operation (IBO) took place in the Zarkani area of Dera Ismail Khan district, resulting in the neutralisation of six terrorists, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The operation was conducted against a group of Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy known as Fitna Al Khwarij. ISPR stated that meticulous efforts by security forces led to the elimination of these six Indian-sponsored terrorists.
However, tragically, during the intense fire exchange, Naik Ghulam Murtaza, aged 36 and resident of District Gujrat, and Sepoy Taseer Ahmed, aged 30 and resident of District Talagang, sacrificed their lives while bravely fighting the terrorists. Both soldiers are now martyrs.
ISPR also mentioned that weapons and ammunition were recovered from the bodies of the killed terrorists, indicating their active involvement in various terrorist activities against security forces and law enforcement agencies, as well as the killing of innocent civilians.
A sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored Kharji found in the area. This is part of the relentless counter-terrorism campaign under the vision of Azm-e-Istehkam. The statement emphasized that security forces and law enforcement agencies of Pakistan will continue to work at full speed to wipe out the menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces and paid tribute to the martyred soldiers, expressing condolences to their families. He highlighted the bravery of the soldiers and reaffirmed the nation's commitment to defeating militancy under the Azm-e-Istehkam initiative.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also paid tribute to the soldiers who embraced martyrdom, expressing condolences to their families. He emphasized that the soldiers' sacrifices were an honor and pride for the nation, and praised the security forces for their professional capabilities and courage in combating terrorism.
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