Several terrorists killed in Lakki ops

Security forces killed several terrorists during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Lakki Marwat as part of the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, state media reported on Tuesday, citing security sources.

According to the sources, security forces also destroyed multiple terrorist hideouts during the operations, with a large cache of weapons, ammunition and other equipment recovered from the slain terrorists.

The sources added that several terrorists belonging to the Fitna al-Khawarij were also reported to have been wounded during the operation. Fitna al-Khawarij is the term the state uses for terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

The operations were conducted with measures in place to ensure the safety of civilians and prevent any harm to the local population, the sources said. They also noted that security personnel would continue operations across K-P until lasting peace is established and terrorism is completely eradicated.

In a statement released by the Interior Ministry, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauded security forces for carrying out intelligence-based operations, praising their professionalism.

Naqvi commended the security forces' professional capabilities and bravery, saying Pakistan's "brave sons" had acted swiftly to eliminate multiple terrorists in Lakki Marwat and foil their "nefarious designs."

He said the entire nation appreciated the security forces' successes in restoring peace in K-P. "The nation stands united against terrorism and firmly supports the security forces," Naqvi said.

Earlier on Tuesday, security sources said multiple terrorists were killed and several hideouts destroyed during intelligence-based operations in Lakki Marwat. A cache of weapons and ammunition was also recovered, while reports indicated that several other terrorists were wounded during the operation.

The IBOs came two days after a suicide bombing outside Kabal Police Station in Swat left 17 people dead, including seven police personnel. 27 others were left injured. The attacker reportedly attempted to enter the police station but detonated explosives at the main gate after being stopped by an officer.