By Syed Tauqeer Zaidi
PESHAWAR: Security forces killed 13 militants during two separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The military said the operations were carried out in the areas of Bara and Bannu. In an intelligence-based operation in Bara, 10 militants were killed, while three more were eliminated during a separate action in Bannu. Clearance operations are ongoing to eliminate remaining militants in the region.
Asif Ali Zardari praised the successful operations, stating that Pakistan remains firmly committed to eradicating terrorism backed by external elements. He emphasised that operations would continue to ensure national security and protect citizens.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also commended the security forces, saying they demonstrated professionalism in neutralising militants in both Bannu and Bara. He described the forces as a “steel wall” against terrorism.
Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi lauded the operations and reaffirmed that the nation stands shoulder to shoulder with its security forces. He said militants and their facilitators would not be spared under any circumstances.
Officials reiterated that counterterrorism efforts will continue until complete peace is restored in the province.
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