Army officer embraces martyrdom in Khyber District IBO

RAWALPINDI (92 News) - An army officer was martyred during an Intelligence-based operation (IBO) conducted by security forces on reported presence of terrorists in general area Shakhas, Khyber District, said a press release released by the ISPR on Thursday.

While establishment of blocking positions to cut the escape routes of terrorists was underway, a party of terrorists was spotted by Major Abdullah who was leading the operation from the front.

As a result of heavy exchange of fire, Major Mian Abdullah Shah (age 33 years, resident of Kohat) having fought gallantly, embraced martyrdom.

Three terrorists and their facilitators were apprehended. Sanitization of the area is being carried out to eliminate the terrorists present in the area.

Security forces of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our soldiers further strengthen our resolve.