29 terrorists killed by security forces in past one month: ISPR

RAWALPINDI (92 News) - Off late, Pakistan has witnessed a surge in terrorist incidents orchestrated from Afghan soil, wherein, terrorists from Afghanistan attempt to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan Border and target security forces as well as the innocent civilians.

In this context, in addition to other areas along Pakistan-Afghanistan border, security forces are conducting operations in general area Sambaza in Zhob District of Balochistan, since 21st April 2024.

As a result of effective engagements, 29 terrorists have been successfully neutralized by the security forces in past one month. In the same series of operations, during an intelligence based operation on 14th May 2024, Maj Babar Khan also embraced Shahadat, while fighting gallantly.

“Pakistan’s security forces are determined and remain committed to securing the borders and ensure safety of its citizens against the scourge of terrorism. Pakistan has consistently been asking Interim Afghan government to ensure effective border management on their side of border. The Interim Afghan government is expected to fulfill its obligations and deny the use of Afghan soil by terrorists for perpetuating acts of terrorism against Pakistan,” said the ISPR.