Two terrorists killed in Bannu operation

Security forces have successfully carried out an intelligence-based operation (IBO) targeting reported terrorist elements in Jani Khel area of Khyber Pakhtunkwa's District Bannu, the military said on Wednesday.

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that during the operation, intense exchange of gunfire took place between the troops and terrorists, resulting in the killing of two terrorists.

Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the killed terrorists who remained actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces and innocent citizens, the ISPR said.

The statement further added that locals of the area appreciated operation by the security forces and assured them of their full support in eliminating the menace of terrorism.

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The Pakistan Army's unwavering commitment and tireless efforts in combating terrorism have played a pivotal role in ensuring the security and stability of the nation.

With relentless determination, the army has successfully eliminated numerous terrorist networks, dismantled their infrastructure, and thwarted their malicious intentions.

Through intelligence-based operations and strategic collaborations, the Pakistan Army has proven itself as a formidable force in the fight against terrorism, safeguarding both the lives of its citizens and the sovereignty of the nation.

On April 25, During his maiden press conference as director general of the ISPR, Maj-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry had revealed that a total of 8,269 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) had been conducted since January as a result of which 1,535 terrorists had been killed or apprehended.

Of these, 4,040 IBOs were conducted in Balochistan, another 3,591 in K-P, 119 in Punjab and 519 operations were conducted in Sindh. On average, over 70 IBOs were being conducted daily by the army, police and LEAs since January, he said.