Six terrorists were killed during an operation carried out by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in the Shagai area of Lakki Marwat district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. According to CTD sources, 6 terrorists were killed in an exchange of fire during the operation in Shagai. Some of the terrorists' accomplices escaped in the operation that lasted for about 40 minutes.
According to the CTD, the process of identifying the slain terrorists continued. 4 Kalashnikovs, 2 pistols, 8 hand grenades and an IED were recovered from the terrorists' possession.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday commended the officers and personnel of the CTD for the successful operation against terrorists.
He praised the professional capabilities of CTD officials for eliminating six terrorists and said the operation reflected the commitment and preparedness of law enforcement agencies in the fight against terrorism.
“The war against terrorism will continue until it is completely eradicated from the country,” the prime minister said, adding that law enforcement officials, including the CTD, were working day and night to cleanse the homeland of terrorists. He also expressed that the nation was proud of the sacrifices and dedication of security forces.
PM Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed that he, along with the entire nation, stands shoulder to shoulder with the security forces in their determination to eliminate terrorism from the country.