In a high-stakes Dera Ismail Khan operation, Pakistani security forces killed nine terrorists linked to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) – Fitna-ul-Khawarij. The operation was based on solid intelligence and targeted a known terrorist hideout.
Among the dead was Shireen, a key commander and one of the top figures in the Khawarij leadership. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed the success of the mission and shared that a large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the scene.
This Dera Ismail Khan operation is a major breakthrough in Pakistan’s ongoing war against terrorism. The Khawarij group, known for its violent ideology, has been behind multiple deadly attacks across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other parts of the country.
The ISPR revealed that this action is part of a broader campaign to crush the terrorist infrastructure operating in the region. Authorities are focused on eradicating the menace posed by these extremist networks.
A day before the Dera Ismail Khan success, another major mission took place in North Waziristan. Security forces stopped an infiltration attempt by foreign militants at the Pak-Afghan border. During a fierce exchange of fire, eight foreign terrorists were killed, while four others were injured.
This successful counter-infiltration effort adds to Pakistan’s recent achievements in tightening border control. The military urged the Afghan interim government to play its role and ensure better management of the border to prevent such cross-border threats.
The ISPR reaffirmed the military’s commitment to defending the country’s frontiers. Sanitization operations are currently underway in multiple areas to root out remaining threats.
The political leadership stood firmly behind the forces. President Asif Ali Zardari issued a statement praising the troops for their courage. He specifically commended them for eliminating the eight foreign militants and stopping their infiltration plans.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif also appreciated the troops’ success. He expressed full support for the armed forces and repeated the government’s firm commitment to protect the nation. He highlighted the importance of missions like the Dera Ismail Khan operation in ensuring long-term security.
Pakistan’s armed forces continue to demonstrate their strength and resolve. These latest victories are proof of their tireless efforts to keep the country safe.
