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Seven soldiers martyred, five terrorists killed in South Waziristan IBO

Seven soldiers martyred, five terrorists killed in South Waziristan IBO
September 15, 2021 Web Desk

RAWALPINDI (92 News) – Seven soldiers were martyred while five terrorists killed in an intelligence-based operation in Asman Manza, South Wazirstan Distt on Wednesday.

According to the ISPR, security forces conducted the IBO in the area on reported presence of terrorists. Five terrorists were killed in the operation.

During an intense exchange of fire, seven soldiers embraced martyrdom.

A cordon and search operation is still in progress to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area.

Meanwhile, Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed has expressed grief over the information about the martyrdom of seven soldiers. "The nation is proud of Pak Army jawans sacrificing their lives for the homeland. We will continue the operation against terrorists," he added.