A deadly Orakzai terror attack has left seven soldiers of the Orakzai Scouts martyred, officials confirmed on Monday.
The assault took place in the Ghanda Mela area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa late Sunday night. Terrorists ambushed security vehicles near the Ghanda Mela checkpost, opening heavy fire on the convoy.
Four personnel were killed instantly. Three others, critically wounded in the ambush, died during treatment on Monday. The fallen soldiers were identified as Sepoy Rahat Khan, Sepoy Ishrat, Sepoy Sanaullah, and Havaldar Naseeb. All served with the Orakzai Scouts, a paramilitary force dedicated to counterterrorism operations in the region.
In immediate retaliation, security forces returned fire and neutralized four suspected terrorists. Officials stated that the area remains under tight security as a search operation is underway to track down any remaining militants.
The Orakzai terror attack underscores the persistent threat posed by armed groups in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Authorities have vowed to continue their fight against terrorism, honoring the sacrifices of the fallen soldiers who gave their lives for the nation’s security.