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By ISPR ISLAMABAD: Security forces are continuing a large-scale “sanitisation” operation in Balochistan against terrorists described by officials as belonging to Fitna‑e‑Hindustan, according to security sources. The sources said that a further 22 terrorists were killed during follow‑up operations overnight, taking the total number of fatalities to 177 over the past three days. The operation involves coordinated action by the military, intelligence agencies and police against both fighters and their alleged facilitators. Officials added that there were reports of additional casualties and losses suffered by terrorist networks, although no independent confirmation was immediately available. Mohsin Naqvi, praised the security forces…

By ISPR RAWALPINDI: Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) Secretary General Major General Mohammed Bin Saeed Al-Moghedi held a high-level meeting with Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Staff, Field Marshal Munir, at the General Headquarters (GHQ) on Monday, the military’s media wing reported. The discussions focused on regional security challenges and opportunities for closer cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both officials reaffirmed their commitment to combating terrorism and extremism through joint strategies, intelligence sharing, and capacity-building initiatives among member states. Field Marshal Munir commended the IMCTC’s work in promoting stability across the Islamic world and…

By ISPR ISLAMABAD: Security forces in Balochistan killed forty-one terrorists belonging to Indian-backed militant groups Fitna al Khwarij and Fitna al Hindustan in two separate intelligence-based operations, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported. The operations, carried out in Harnai and Panjgur districts, targeted hideouts identified through actionable intelligence, officials said, highlighting the ongoing efforts to neutralize external threats to regional security. In Harnai district, troops conducted an operation following reports of the presence of Fitna al Khwarij militants on the outskirts of the district. According to the ISPR, the security personnel engaged the hideout effectively, leading to an intense exchange…

By ISPR RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed three terrorists linked to the Indian-backed group Fitna al Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Pangjur district, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Sunday. The military’s media wing said the operation, carried out on January 25 following intelligence reports, targeted the terrorists’ location. After an intense exchange of fire, three India-sponsored militants were eliminated, including local commander Farooq, also known as Soro, and operatives Adeel and Waseem. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the site. The ISPR said the slain terrorists had been actively involved in numerous violent activities in the…

By ISPR ISLAMABAD: The ISPR Internship Program, aimed at the national training and awareness of youth under the aegis of the Pakistan Army, continued across the country with a special interactive session held for participating students. The session featured renowned analyst and scholar Ahmad Hassan Al-Arbi, who engaged directly with the interns in a wide-ranging discussion on the security challenges facing Pakistan and the role of young people in countering extremism. The interaction formed part of the program’s broader objective of fostering critical thinking, national cohesion, and informed civic responsibility among students. Addressing the gathering, Al-Arbi spoke at length about…

By ISPR RAWALPINDI: The Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, met with members of the National Peace and Security Committee (NPAC) at the General Headquarters on 13 January 2026, in a session that highlighted the importance of consensus on national security issues. The meeting, officials said, focused on strengthening coordination between the armed forces and civil institutions while promoting a unified narrative to counter anti-state agendas. According to NPAC statements, the committee expressed full solidarity with the Pakistan Armed Forces and reaffirmed its commitment to confronting anti-state elements. Members condemned the activities of the…

By ISPR RAWALPINDI: According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the terrorists were neutralized after an intense exchange of fire, during which weapons and ammunition were recovered from the site. The military added that the individuals had been involved in multiple acts of terrorism across the region, posing a sustained threat to local security. Sanitization operations were reported to be ongoing to ensure no other operatives linked to the group remained in the area. The ISPR emphasized that these actions were part of a broader, persistent counter-terrorism campaign, conducted under the framework of ‘Azm-e-Istehkam’ and guided by the Federal Apex…

By ISPR ISLAMABAD: Three people, including an army captain and a soldier, were killed after an avalanche struck during a snow clearance operation at Burzil Pass, the Pakistan military has said. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the incident occurred while forces were clearing snow to restore operational movement in the area. Those killed were Captain Asad, soldier Rizwan and a civilian machine operator, Isa. The operation was being supervised by Captain Asad at the time of the incident. According to the ISPR, Captain Asad, aged 28, was from Lahore, while soldier Rizwan hailed from Attock. The…

By ISPR KOHLU: Security forces in Balochistan killed five militants linked to the Indian-backed proxy group Fitna-e-Hindustan in Kohlu district, officials confirmed. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was launched on 25 December after authorities received actionable intelligence regarding the presence of the militants in a remote hideout. Security forces acted swiftly, targeting the location with precision, and after a brief but intense exchange of fire, all five militants were neutralized. Authorities reported that a cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered from the site, which suggested the group’s continued involvement in planning and executing terrorist…

Munir accused the Afghan Taliban of orchestrating terrorist attacks that deliberately target innocent Pakistani civilians, including children By ISPR/Asghar Ali Mubarak ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, delivered a stark warning to Afghanistan, urging the country to make a clear choice between supporting extremist groups or fostering constructive relations with its neighbour. Speaking at a convention attended by religious scholars and community leaders, Munir highlighted the ongoing threat posed by militant networks operating from Afghan soil and their impact on Pakistan’s security. He said that attacks targeting innocent civilians, including children, were increasingly being orchestrated…