Security forces killed four terrorists in separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, security sources said.

In Mir Ali and nearby areas of North Waziristan, security forces targeted terrorist hideouts linked to Fitna al-Khawarij.

The operation resulted in the deaths of three terrorists. Security forces also recovered a large quantity of weapons and ammunition from the hideouts.

In Balochistan, security forces conducted another operation near Mal Madrasa in Surab district.

Sources said the operation followed intelligence about the presence of militants between Mal Madrasa and Batigo.

Security forces killed one terrorist during the operation. They also recovered weapons and a motorcycle from the site.

The forces said they remain committed to maintaining peace in Balochistan. They also vowed to continue action against terrorist groups.

Zardari, Shehbaz praise security forces after Mir Ali operation

Earlier, security forces killed seven terrorists in separate operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.

In Bara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security forces killed five militants during an intelligence-based operation. Sources linked the militants to Fitna al-Hindustan.

Security forces recovered weapons and ammunition from the militants. They also destroyed their hideouts during the operation.

In Chagai district, Balochistan, security forces launched an operation in the Naukcha area under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3.

The operation resulted in the deaths of two militants, according to security sources.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the security forces for their operations against terrorist groups in both provinces.

Naqvi said timely intelligence-based action had disrupted the terrorists’ plans. He also praised the operational skills of the security personnel.

The minister said security forces would continue intelligence-based operations against terrorists.

He said the campaign would continue until the government eliminates the terrorist threat.

Naqvi also paid tribute to the soldiers involved in the operations. He praised their courage and commitment to protecting the country.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also praised the security forces for the Mir Ali operation.

The prime minister said the operation killed three Khawarij terrorists. He also praised the recovery of weapons and ammunition from the militants.

Shehbaz Sharif said security forces would continue operations against Fitna al-Khawarij.

He said eliminating terrorism remains a top priority for the government. He added that the entire nation stands with the security forces.