RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed 15 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in general area Sambaza, Zhob district, a statement issued here today by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged terrorists’ location and resultantly 15 of them were neutralised.
A large quantity of weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the terrorists, the mouth peice of Pakistan Army in its statement revealed.
However, during intense exchange of fire, Sepoy Arifur Rehman, resident of Mansehra, having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced martyrdom.
Sanitization operation is being conducted to neutralise any other terrorist present in the area.
“Security forces of Pakistan, in step with the nation, remain determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country and sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve,” reads the statement.
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