{
  "id": 19693992,
  "title": "3 terrorists killed, 2 civilians dead as attack on Mastung post repelled: state media",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/3-terrorists-killed-2-civilians-dead-as-attack-on-mastung-post",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T18:47:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn",
    "slug": "dawn",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2044083/3-terrorists-killed-2-civilians-dead-as-attack-on-mastung-post-repelled-state-media"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Security forces repelled an attack on Kandawa Post in Balochistan’s Mastung district, killing three terrorists and injuring two civilians, according to state broadcaster Radio Pakistan. The terrorists, believed to be affiliated with Fitna al Hindustan, targeted the post with an explosives-laden vehicle on National Highway N-25. In retaliation, three additional terrorists were killed by security forces. The explosion caused damage to nearby houses and a mosque, while at least 13 others were injured during the incident. Balochistan Police spokesperson emphasized that the attack demonstrated the terrorists' lack of connection to the local population and vowed to continue operations against those seeking to undermine peace and development in the region. The recent surge in terrorist activities in Balochistan has prompted security forces to intensify counter-terrorism efforts.",
  "summary": "Security forces killed three terrorists on the N-25 highway in Balochistan’s Mastung district while repelling an attack on Kandawa Post, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported on Thursday, citing police. According to a spokesperson for Balochistan Police, terrorists belonging to Fitna al Hindustan attempted a “cowardly attack at Kandawa Post on National Highway N-25 using an explosives-laden…",
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}