The security forces, in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) districts of Lakki Marwat and Bannu on September 13 and September 14, eliminated 31 Indian-sponsored terrorists.According to an ISPR statements released on Monday, 14 terrorists were killed during an exchange of fire with the security forces in Lakki Marwat. The operation was followed by a combing operation so that the remaining Khwarij terrorists could be eliminated.

In a separate operation carried out in Bannu District, the security forces personnel neutralized 17 more terrorists after heavy fighting.The ISPR said sanitization operations were still underway in the areas to clear any remaining elements. It reaffirmed that Pakistan’s security forces remain resolute in their commitment to eliminate the threat of terrorism, particularly Indian-sponsored groups attempting to destabilise the country.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)