Security forces and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted joint operations across various districts of Balochistan, killing at least 21 suspected terrorists. Additionally, four terrorists attempting to flee in women’s attire were arrested in Khuzdar.
In the Ghazaband Aghbarg area of Quetta, an operation was launched based on intelligence from CTD officials. A gun battle lasting an hour ensued, resulting in the killing of 10 terrorists. Two security personnel were also injured during the exchange of fire. A significant quantity of weapons and explosive material was recovered from the site.
In a separate action, security forces attacked a suspected camp of “Fitna-ul-Khawarij” in Mughal Kot, Sherani district, killing eight terrorists. Advanced weaponry and ammunition were also seized from this location.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Armed Forces, a total of 13 terrorists were killed in operations conducted on September 30 and October 1 in Quetta and Kech.
The ISPR stated that the 10 terrorists killed in Quetta were “Indian-sponsored Khawarij” (referring to the proscribed Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, TTP). Meanwhile, three terrorists affiliated with “Fitna-ul-Hindostan” were killed in Kech.
The ISPR further reported that during an intelligence-based operation in Khuzdar, four terrorists were apprehended while attempting to escape in women’s clothing. These arrested individuals were allegedly linked to the Indian-supported group “Fitna-ul-Hindostan.”
Security forces have reiterated their resolve to eradicate terrorism completely, vowing that all perpetrators and their facilitators will be brought to justice.
