19 India-backed terrorists killed in three Khyber Pakhtunkhwa operations

At least 19 India-backed terrorists were killed by security forces’ personnel in three intelligence-based operations in different cities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

According to an ISPR statement released on Thursday, as many as 14 India-backed terrorists were sent to hell in an intelligence-based operation in Mohmand. Another four terrorists were killed in North Waziristan District while one Khwarij was killed in a clash in Bannu.

The ISPR statement said on 9-10 September, 19 Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij were sent to hell in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

On reported presence of Khwarij, an intelligence-based operation was conducted by the security corces in general area Guluno in Mohmand District. During the conduct of operation, Pakistani troops effectively engaged the Khwarij location, and after an intense fire exchange, 14 India-sponsored Khwarij were sent to hell.

Another intelligence-based operation was conducted in general area Dattakhel in North Waziristan District and in ensuing fire exchange, four more Khwarij were neutralized by the security forces.

In another encounter that took place in Bannu District, one more Khwarij was neutralized by the security forces.

Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the slain India-sponsored Khwarij, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in these areas.

Sanitization operations were conducted to eliminate any other Khwarji found in the area, as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of India-sponsored terrorism from the country.

President, PM commend successful operations

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have commended the successful counter-terrorism operations of security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

In a statement, President Asif Ali Zardari said the courage and professionalism of Pakistan’s brave soldiers continue to protect the nation from the scourge of terrorism.  

He emphasized that such operations demonstrate Pakistan’s unshakeable resolve to confront and defeat Indian-sponsored terrorism.

The President reaffirmed that Pakistan will continue its determined efforts until the last terrorist and their facilitators are brought to justice.

In a statement, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said the war against terrorism will continue until this scourge is completely eradicated from the country.

He said officers and personnel of Pakistan Army are tirelessly engaged day and night to foil the nefarious designs of the Khawarij and the Fitna of Hindustan.

He said the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the Armed Forces with unwavering resolve in the defense of the homeland.

Reporters Ahmad Mansoor and Awais Kiyani