Security Forces conducted an Intelligence Based Operation (IBO) Tuesday to apprehend externally sponsored enemies of peace based on information of the presence of a Terrorists' Hideout in general area Gorchop, Turbat, Balochistan.

According to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, once the troops started clearance operation in the area, terrorists tried to escape from their camp and opened indiscriminate fire onto security forces.

“Seven Terrorists including Commanders Hasil Doda and Washdil have been killed in ensuing heavy exchange of fire. These terrorists were involved in recent firing and attacks on security forces in Makran Division,” said the ISPR in its statement.

The ISPR statement added that a significant cache of arms and ammunition has also been recovered which was intended to be used in terrorist activities.

“Operations to eliminate such perpetrators of terrorist acts in Pakistan will continue and they will not be allowed to sabotage peace, stability and progress of Balochistan,” said ISPR.