Seven terrorists killed, five injured in Kurram operation: ISPR

At least seven terrorists belonging to the Fitna Al Khawarij group were killed during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by security forces in Kurram district, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, on Thursday, according to the military.

"During the operation, our troops effectively engaged the Khawarij's location, resulting in seven terrorists of Fitna Al Khawarij being sent to hell, while five others were injured," the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated.

The military also confirmed the discovery and destruction of the Khawarij's hideout, with a large cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives recovered.

The ISPR noted that the killed terrorists were actively involved in numerous attacks against security forces and innocent civilians.

A sanitisation operation is ongoing to eliminate any remaining terrorists in the area, as Pakistan's security forces remain determined to eradicate the threat of terrorism from the country.

PM Shehbaz lauds successful operation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the officers and soldiers of Pakistan's armed forces for their successful operation in Kurram district, where seven terrorists from the Fitna Al Khawarij group were killed and five others captured.

"The armed forces of Pakistan are tirelessly working day and night to cleanse our homeland of the menace of Fitna Al Khawarij," the prime minister stated in a statement issued by the PM Office.

He lauded the brave officers and soldiers for their dedication, saying, "The entire nation, including myself, salutes the courage of the armed forces who, without regard for their own lives, are performing their duties for the integrity of Pakistan."

The prime minister added that the entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the armed forces in their resolve to rid the country of the scourge of terrorism.

Meanwhile, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has also lauded the security forces for their successful intelligence-based operation.

"The security forces thwarted the nefarious designs by sending seven Khawarij to hell," Naqvi stated.

He expressed his admiration for the professional and capable security forces battling the Fitna Al Khawarij, saying, "We salute our determined and resolute security forces committed to eradicating this menace."

Naqvi emphasised that the fight against terrorism is Pakistan's own war, and the security forces have made unparalleled sacrifices in this battle.