Six terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO

Six terrorists were killed and six others injured during a security forces operation in the Spin Wam area of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa proivince's North Waziristan district on November 9, 2024.

The operation, carried out on the bases on intelligence information, targeted a group of terrorists known for attacks on security forces and civilian killings, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported.

During the operation, security forces successfully hit the terrorists’ hideouts, leading to the death of six individuals and the recovery of weapons and ammunition.

The terrorists were reportedly involved in terror attacks on security personnel and the killing of innocent civilians.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the security forces for their successful operation. President Zardari praised the forces for their professional expertise and quick action that led to the elimination of terrorists in the area. He reiterated Pakistan's national resolve to defeat terrorism, stating that the forces would continue their operations against extremists until the menace is completely eradicated.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif echoed similar sentiments, stressing that the war against terrorism would continue until its complete eradication. He added, "The nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the security forces in their battle against terrorists and those who spread chaos."

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has also praised the country’s security forces for their successful operation in North Waziristan, which resulted in the elimination of six terrorists and the injury of six others. The operation is seen as a significant victory in the ongoing fight against terrorism in the region.

In a statement, Bilawal expressed his support for the security forces, saying, "This is a significant victory for our security forces and reflects their ongoing commitment to combating terrorism." He also highlighted the importance of intelligence-based operations in securing the nation and reaffirmed the PPP’s continued backing of the forces in their mission to eliminate terrorism.

A clearance operation is still underway to eliminate any remaining terrorists in the region. Pakistan’s security forces remain determined to uproot terrorism from the country.

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauded the successful operation, praising the security forces for their swift action. He commended the forces for foiling the terrorists’ plans and ensuring the safety of citizens.

Naqvi also reassured the nation of the government's commitment to eradicating terrorism, asserting that no terrorist would be allowed to find refuge in Pakistan. He thanked the public for their support in the ongoing fight against militancy.

Few days a ago, security forces killed four terrorist in an operation in South Waziristan’s Sra Rogha area, the military's media wing, ISPR stated

The forces launched an operation following intelligence on the presence of Fitna al-Khawarij terrorist in the region.

“In a fierce exchange of fire, four terrorists were sent to their final destination,” the ISPR stated.

Security forces are conducting further operations in the area to ensure it is fully cleared of threats, the military added.