QUETTA: Security forces killed five suspected militants and wounded four others during an intelligence-based operation in the Palantak area of Washuk district in Balochistan, security sources said.
According to the sources, security forces targeted militant hideouts with modern weapons during the operation. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from those killed, along with three mobile phones and two motorcycles.
The sources said the militants were involved in spreading fear and damaging infrastructure. They added that operations would continue until the last militant was eliminated.
PM Shehbaz praises security forces
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised security forces for the operation in Balochistan, saying successful actions reflected the nation’s unwavering resolve to combat terrorism.
He said the collective national commitment to fighting terrorism was essential to ensuring peace and security in the country.
The prime minister also praised the sacrifices of security forces and law enforcement agencies, saying the nation was proud of its armed forces, which remained ready to defend the country.
He added that operations against terrorism would continue until the threat was completely eliminated.
Interior minister, Balochistan CM commend operation
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised security personnel for thwarting what he described as the malicious designs of militants belonging to “Fitna al-Hindustan,” a term used by Pakistani authorities.
He said the operation reflected the security forces’ commitment to protecting national security and added that the nation stood alongside them in the fight against terrorism.
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti also praised the security forces for the operation in Washuk.
Bugti said the people of Balochistan wanted peace, development and prosperity, adding that there was no room for instability in the province.
He said militants would fail in their attempts to intimidate the public and damage development infrastructure.
