QUETTA: Babar Yousafzai, identified in the supplied statement as an assistant on home affairs, has praised security forces over an operation in Balochistan’s Qila Saifullah district, saying the killing of a key terrorist commander demonstrated the effectiveness of the government’s counterterrorism strategy.
Yousafzai described the operation against a commander associated with the group authorities call Fitna al-Khawarij as a clear message to elements seeking to undermine peace.
He said security institutions remained committed to protecting communities and restoring lasting stability across the province.
Qila Saifullah Operation Draws Praise
Yousafzai credited security forces with acting promptly and professionally, saying their response had frustrated the militants’ plans. He described the operation as a reflection of effective intelligence gathering and operational capability.
He said ongoing actions under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3 demonstrated the government’s determination to confront terrorism in Balochistan. However, the supplied statement did not identify the commander or specify when the operation occurred, how it unfolded, or whether any other casualties were reported.
The statement focused primarily on the government’s response and its assessment of the security forces’ performance, rather than providing a detailed operational account.
Yousafzai said effective measures against militant networks and their facilitators were urgently needed to establish sustainable peace.
He maintained that efforts must also address individuals and groups supporting terrorist activity.
He added that attempts to disrupt law and order anywhere in Balochistan would be confronted in accordance with the law.
The government, he said, would continue its campaign against terrorism until lasting peace was established.
His remarks placed particular emphasis on dismantling support structures, describing action against those enabling violence as an essential part of the wider security effort.
He also praised the bravery and sacrifices of security personnel, describing their continued efforts as a foundation for a more peaceful future. He said the nation stood alongside its security forces in the campaign against terrorism.
Peace Linked to Development and Stability
Yousafzai linked the elimination of terrorism to Balochistan’s development, prosperity and long-term stability. He said the struggle would continue until the threat was overcome.
The statement reiterated the government’s commitment to maintaining security, while leaving further operational details about the Qila Saifullah action unspecified.
