The security forces killed 12 terrorists allegedly affiliated with Indian-backed groups in multiple intelligence-based operations (IBOs) conducted in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on May 17 and 18.
According to official sources, three terrorists belonging to the Baloch Liberation Front (BLF), an Indian proxy outfit, were neutralized in two separate engagements in Balochistan.
In Awaran District's Gishkur area, an IBO led to the killing of an Indian-sponsored terrorist identified as Younas, while two others sustained injuries. In another targeted operation in Turbat City, Kech District, security forces successfully eliminated BLF ringleader Sabr Ullah and his associate Amjad, also known by his alias "Bichoo."
Weapons, ammunition, and explosives were recovered from the site. The slain terrorists were reportedly involved in attacks against law enforcement agencies and targeted killings of civilians.
Meanwhile, in a parallel series of operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, nine terrorists affiliated with the Indian proxy group Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan were eliminated.
Five terrorists were killed in Lakki Marwat District during an IBO. Two more were neutralized in a separate engagement in Bannu District. In another incident in Mir Ali, North Waziristan, two terrorists ambushed a security convoy but were swiftly neutralized by the troops.
Tragically, two soldiers embraced martyrdom during the Mir Ali operation: Sepoy Farhad Ali Turi (29), a resident of Kurram, and Lance Naik Sabir Afridi (32), from Kohat.
Following these operations, sanitization efforts are ongoing in the affected regions to eliminate any remaining terrorist elements.
PM, president laud security forces
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has paid rich tribute to Pakistan’s security forces for successfully eliminating three terrorists and injuring two others in operations conducted in Balochistan’s Kech and Awaran districts. The terrorists belonged to the Indian-sponsored Baloch Liberation Front (BLF), according to official sources.
The prime minister praised the security forces for their timely and decisive action against a major Indian conspiracy aimed at endangering the lives and property of innocent citizens in Balochistan.
"The Indian agenda to destabilize Pakistan and disrupt peace in Balochistan has been exposed," the prime minister said. "We will crush all nefarious designs intended to undermine our national security. The government and our brave armed forces remain determined to eradicate terrorism from every corner of the country."
Referring to ongoing counterterrorism operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where nine terrorists were killed, PM Sharif once again lauded the security forces’ efforts. He also paid heartfelt tribute to Sepoy Farhad Ali Turi and Lance Naik Sabir Afridi, who embraced martyrdom during an encounter with terrorists in Mir Ali, North Waziristan.
"I salute our martyred heroes and pray for strength and patience for their families. Their sacrifices will never be forgotten," said the prime minister. "Our fight against terrorism will continue until this menace is completely wiped out from our soil. The nation stands shoulder to shoulder with our security forces in this mission."
President Asif Ali Zardari also commended the security forces for eliminating three Indian proxy terrorists in Balochistan. He reiterated that operations will continue until the complete elimination of terrorism from the country.
"We are proud of our security forces and fully support their efforts to restore peace and protect the sovereignty of Pakistan. Our resolve to eliminate all terrorist elements will never waver," the president said.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi similarly praised the security personnel for thwarting the terrorists' malicious plans through timely action. "We congratulate and commend the brave sons of the soil who brought Indian proxy terrorists to a tragic end. Their sacrifices are a matter of national pride, and the entire nation stands united behind them."
He added that the steps being taken to establish lasting peace in Balochistan are commendable and reflect the unwavering commitment of the armed forces to protect Pakistan’s stability and security.
