Two terrorists killed, another apprehended in Mach operation

The terrorists were involved in targeting civilians and harassing coal mine owners, says military’s media wing

Security forces have killed two terrorists and detained another in a three-day long intelligence-based operation (IBO) launched on Friday (April 7) to intercept a group of militants operating in Mach area, west of Sibi in Balochistan, the military’s media wing said on Sunday.

“The terrorists are linked with targeting of civilians in the area besides harassment of coal mine owners to extort money from them,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement.

Based on credible information, the ISPR said multiple ambushes were laid along different routes in the area frequented by terrorists for last two days.

“Resultantly, a party of 3 terrorists has been intercepted while moving towards their hideout. On being blocked, they opened fire onto the security forces,” it added.

During ensuing exchange of fire, two terrorists “were sent to hell” while another was apprehended. A cache of arms and ammunition was also been recovered from the terrorists, the ISPR said.

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“The clearance operation in the area continues to nab their remaining accomplices. Pakistan Army, in step with the nation, remains determined to thwart attempts at sabotaging peace, stability and progress of Balochistan,” the statement added.

Earlier today, the ISPR said a Pakistan Army soldier embraced martyrdom during an exchange of fire with terrorists in South Waziristan district.

According to the ISPR statement, the exchange took place between the security forces and terrorists in the district's Karama area which resulted in the killing of a terrorist as well.

However, during the intense exchange of gunfire, Naik Fazal Janan, a 32-year-old resident of District Hangu, fought bravely and ultimately embraced martyrdom for the motherland.