{
  "id": 19620756,
  "title": "President, PM condemn Kohat attack that left 10 policemen martyred",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/president-pm-condemn-kohat-attack-that-left-10-policemen-martyred",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T07:42:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40448572/president-pm-condemn-kohat-attack-that-left-10-policemen-martyred"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif vehemently condemned a terrorist attack in Kohat that claimed the lives of 10 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police officers, including Deputy Superintendent of Police Haider Zaman. Both leaders delivered separate statements expressing their profound sorrow, honoring the fallen officers, and offering their condolences to their families. President Zardari emphasized that the sacrifices made by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police in the battle against terrorism were a source of national pride. He underscored that such acts of violence could not diminish the country's determination to eradicate terrorism. The president also acknowledged the invaluable contributions of police and other law enforcement personnel in safeguarding the lives and property of citizens, and wished for a swift recovery of those injured in the attack.\n\nPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the 10 martyred police officers, specifically mentioning DSP Haider Zaman. He praised their courage, dedication, and commitment, calling them national heroes. The prime minister described the killing of 18 terrorists during the police operation as a testament to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police's professional capabilities, bravery, and determination in the fight against terrorism. According to the Director Public Relations of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, 18 terrorists from the extremist group Fitna al-Khawarij were killed in an exchange of fire with the police in Kohat district. The incident occurred following an operation against individuals involved in illegal gold mining in Darabokach, in collaboration with the local civil administration. After completing the operation, the police contingent returned to find terrorists acting on behalf of criminal elements attacking them. The police successfully repelled the attack, resulting in the death of 18 terrorists and 10 police personnel. The police stated that the attackers were part of a well-organized network and warned that those facilitating the terrorist group and criminal networks would face severe consequences. Prime Minister Shehbaz highlighted that criminal elements and terrorists were attempting to sow unrest across the nation, but assured that the entire nation would stand with the security forces and law enforcement agencies in the fight against terrorism. He reiterated the government's unwavering commitment to maintaining the country's peace and stability and its resolve to eliminate terrorism.",
  "summary": "President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday condemned a terrorist attack in Kohat that left 10 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) police personnel martyred, including a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP). In separate statements, both leaders expressed grief over the loss of lives, paid tribute to the martyred personnel and extended condolences to their bereaved families.…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Dawn",
        "title": "10 cops martyred, 18 terrorists killed as police party comes under attack in KP's Kohat",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/10-cops-martyred-18-terrorists-killed-as-police-party-comes-under",
        "published": "2026-11-11T17:55:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Times",
        "title": "DSP among 10 policemen martyred in Kohat ambush",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/dsp-among-10-policemen-martyred-in-kohat-ambush",
        "published": "2026-11-12T06:27:27.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}