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An unspecified number of militants were also wounded in the blitz that destroyed six hideouts and two vehicles

Initial reports reveal six dens occupied by militants and two vehicles were destroyed during operation

Local sources say the dead militants belonged to TTP and Lashkar-e-Islam

Provincial, federal govts now need to go beyond issuing statements and drawing up plans to undertake these initiatives

Zarb-e-Azb can't just be turned off at the flick of a switch but evolved, into peaceful, settled environment

Hideouts of militants were also destroyed during the operation

The unpleasant reality, rarely voiced, is that terrorism and extremism are neither being defeated nor eliminated

Extremist elements cannot be contained if state organs and forces within the civil society keep propping them up

IRA sought improved conditions for Irish. Our insurgents have absolutely no interest in improving lot of the people

The officer has been identified as Lieutenant Colonel Faisal Malik, while the soldier's identity is yet to be...