Pakistan’s security forces have carried out a series of intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, killing 74 suspected militants and recovering a large quantity of weapons, ammunition, and explosives, according to the military’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
According to an ISPR statement, security forces intensified counterterrorism operations across different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where 43 militants were killed during the past 48 hours.
The military identified the militants as members of Fitna al-Khawarij and alleged that they were receiving support from India.
In North Waziristan’s Mir Ali area, security forces engaged militants in an intense exchange of fire. ISPR reported that 35 militants were killed during the operation.
Another intelligence-based operation was conducted in Orakzai district, where eight additional militants were killed.
According to the military spokesperson, security personnel recovered a significant quantity of firearms, ammunition, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and other explosive materials during the operations.
ISPR stated that clearance operations are continuing in Mir Ali and Orakzai to locate any remaining militants and eliminate potential security threats.
Meanwhile, security forces have also been conducting operations in Balochistan.
According to ISPR, an intelligence-based operation has been underway since November 3 in the Karam area of Quetta district, where 31 militants have reportedly been killed.
The military said several militant hideouts were destroyed during these operations, while weapons, ammunition, and explosive materials were recovered from the locations.
ISPR also alleged that the militants targeted in Balochistan were associated with groups receiving Indian support.
The military spokesperson emphasized that Pakistan’s counterterrorism campaign would continue under the national initiative Azm-e-Istehkam, aimed at strengthening security and eliminating militant networks.
According to ISPR, security forces remain committed to carrying out intelligence-based operations and preventing further militant activity across the country.
The latest operations reflect Pakistan’s continuing efforts to address security challenges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
The reported death toll, operational details, and allegations of foreign support are based on ISPR’s statement and have not been independently verified.