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Express Tribune
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Afghan border infiltration attempt foiled, 30 Khawarij terrorists killed: ISPR
Listen to article Security forces killed 30 Khawariji terrorists attempting to infiltrate the country from Afghanistan during operations conducted over two nights in North Waziristan, the military's media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) sated in press release on Friday. The movement of a large group of terrorists, identified as Khawarij belonging to the Indian proxy group Fitna al Khawarij, was detected on the nights of July 1–2 and 2–3 in the Hassan Khel area near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, the statement said. Security forces engaged the group and 'thwarted the Indian-sponsored Khawariji terrorists' attempt to infiltrate,' the ISPR said in a statement. The military said a large quantity of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered from the site. According to ISPR, the terrorists killed were involved in multiple terrorist attacks, including those targeting civilians and law enforcement personnel. The ISPR called on the Interim Afghan Government to prevent the use of Afghan soil by 'foreign proxies' for orchestrating terrorist activities against Pakistan. The military reiterated that Pakistan's security forces remain 'resolute and unwavering' in their commitment to defend the nation's frontiers and eliminate Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country.
Express Tribune
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
13 troops martyred in suicide attack on military convoy
Field Marshal Gen Syed Asim Munir enquires after the health of a soldier during his visit to CMH Peshawar. Photo: ISPR Listen to article Thirteen servicemen were martyred and three civilians – two children and a woman – injured in a suicide attack targeting a military convoy in North Waziristan tribal district on Saturday as the army chief vowed to relentlessly pursue terrorists and unmask the "true perpetrator of terrorism in the region". "A vehicle-borne suicide bomber attempted to detonate himself near the security forces' convoy but was intercepted by the leading group, foiling his nefarious design," the military's media wing, the ISPR, said in a statement. "However, in their desperation, an explosive-laden vehicle was rammed into one of the vehicles of the leading group by the Indian-sponsored Kharjis," it added. "As a result, 13 brave sons of the soil embraced shahadat." Three innocent civilians – two children and a woman – were also severely injured in the cowardly attack which, according to the ISPR, was "planned and orchestrated by the terrorist state of India through its proxy Fitna al Khawarij." Following the deadly attack, security forces launched a sanitisation operation in the area. "During the ensuing exchange of fire, 14 terrorists were killed," the ISPR said, adding that the operation was still ongoing to eliminate any remaining threats. The ISPR identified the martyrs as Subedar Zahid Iqbal, 45 and resident of Karak; Havildar Sohrab Khan, 39 and resident of Naseerabad; Havildar Mian Yousaf, 41 and resident of Buner; Naik Khitab Shah, 34 and resident of Lower Dir; Lance Naik Ismail, 32 and resident of Naseerabad; Sepoy Rohail, 30 and resident of Mirpurkhas; Sepoy Muhammad Ramzan, 33 and Dera Ghazi Khan; Sepoy Nawab, 30 and resident of Quetta; Sepoy Zubair Ahmed, 24 and resident of Naseerabad; Sepoy Muhammad Sahki, 31 and resident of Dera Ghazi Khan; Sepoy Hashim Abbasi, 20 and resident Abbottabad; Sepoy Muddasir Ejaz, 25 and resident of Layyah; and Sepoy Manzar Ali, 23 and resident of Mardan. The ISPR stated that the injured civilians were provided immediate medical assistance, and further updates on their condition would follow. "The security forces of Pakistan, along with the nation, remain resolute in their determination to eliminate terrorism from the country," it said, adding that the sacrifices of soldiers and civilians "further reinforce our unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation at all costs." A lesser-known Aswadul Harb terrorist group claimed responsibility for the brazen assault in Dandi Dir Dawani village of Mir Ali tehsil and identified the attacker as Abdullah. The attack occurred at 7.45am at a time when a curfew was imposed in the area due to military movement, according to sources. Aswadul Harb is affiliated with the Hafiz Gul Bhadur terrorist group which has also carried out similar mass-causality attacks in the past. The HGB, which is an affiliate of the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), is operating from its safe havens inside the eastern Khost province of Afghanistan. Field Marshal and army chief Syed Asim Munir – who attended the martyrs' funeral at Bannu garrison and visited the injured at the CMH – vowed to relentlessly pursue and bring to justice all facilitators, abettors, and perpetrators of terrorism. The army chief received a detailed briefing at the Corps Headquarters Peshawar on the prevailing security situation and ongoing counterterrorism operations. He paid rich tribute to the "unwavering courage and resilience of Pakistan's security forces, who continue to confront and neutralise the Indian-sponsored Fitna al-Khawarij with exemplary valour," the ISPR stated. "He reaffirmed that the people of Pakistan stand united in their resolve to eradicate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, until the threat is decisively eliminated from the country." Reiterating the state's uncompromising stance, Gen Munir vowed that all facilitators, abettors, and perpetrators of terrorism will be relentlessly pursued and brought to justicewithout exception and at all costs and face of true perpetrator of terrorism in the region will be exposed to the entire world. He assured the nation that the blood of every innocent Pakistani shall always be avenged, and any attempt to undermine Pakistan's internal stability will be met with swift and decisive retribution. The field marshal also emphasised the critical need for institutional capacity enhancement of civilian law enforcement agencies, particularly the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa police. He urged relevant government stakeholders to prioritise these efforts, while reaffirming the army's continued support in building and augmenting the capabilities of law enforcement institutions. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday strongly condemned the terrorist attack on a convoy of security forces in North Waziristan. The president in his message paid tribute to 13 brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the operation and added the martyrs ensured the security of the motherland by sacrificing their lives, he added. "The nation will never forget the sacrifices of its martyrs", he said, adding, "Those who sacrificed their lives in the path of defending the homeland are our real heroes." He said, "Such a cowardly attack cannot dampen the morale of the nation." He also appreciated the security forces for killing 14 Khawarij in North Waziristan. "Pakistani nation and security forces are determined to root out Indian-sponsored terrorism," he remarked. The president prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured civilians, children and women. "May Allah Almighty elevate the ranks of the martyrs and grant patience to their families," he said adding, "Security forces operations will continue until terrorism is completely eradicated." Separately, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while strongly condemning the attack, paid tribute to the martyred soldiers. He expressed grief over the injury of innocent civilians in the terrorist attack. He prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and expressed condolences to their families. The prime minister appreciated the security forces for killing 14 Khawarij terrorists during the operation. He said the Indian-backed terrorists committed a cowardly act, adding, "The entire nation salutes the martyrs." He said, "We are determined to completely eradicate all forms of terrorism from the country."
Express Tribune
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Five terrorists killed in K-P IBOs
Five Khawarij terrorists affiliated with Indian proxy outfit Fitna al Khawarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa during intelligence-based operations (IBOs), the military's media wing said on Monday. According to a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the first operation was carried out by security forces in Peshawar District following reports of the presence of Indian-sponsored Khawarij. "During the conduct of operation, own troops skilfully surrounded and effectively engaged the Indian sponsored khwarij location, and after an intense fire exchange, four Indian sponsored khwarij, including Kharji Haris and Kharji Baseer, were sent to hell," the press release said. In a separate IBO in North Waziristan District, one more Kharji was neutralised in an ensuing fire exchange. Security forces also recovered weapons, ammunition and explosives from the Indian-sponsored Khawarij killed in the operations. The terrorists were reportedly actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area. The ISPR added that sanitisation operations are underway to ensure no remaining Indian-sponsored Khawarij are present in the vicinity. The military reiterated its resolve to eliminate the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country. Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the security forces for their success in neutralising five terrorists of Fitna al Khawarij in the two operations in K-P. They reaffirmed the government's commitment to completely eradicate the terrorist network. "Operations against Fitna al Khawarij will continue till complete elimination of terrorism from the country," President Zardari said. PM Shehbaz said that the anti-human terrorists will have to pay a heavy price for endangering the lives and property of innocent people.
Express Tribune
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Five terrorists killed in K-P IBOs: ISPR
Listen to article Security forces killed at least five terrorists belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Khawarij, in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on June 15 and 16, the military's media wing said on Monday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), four terrorists were killed during a raid in Peshawar district after troops surrounded a location reportedly harbouring Indian-sponsored Khawarij. "After an intense fire exchange, four Indian-sponsored Khwarij, including Kharji Haris and Kharji Baseer, were sent to hell," the statement said. In a second operation in North Waziristan, another terrorist was killed in a gun battle with troops. The military said weapons, ammunition, and explosives were recovered from the terrorists, who had been involved in "numerous terrorist activities" in the region. Sanitisation operations were launched in both areas to eliminate any remaining threats, the statement added. 'The security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country,' ISPR said. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif lauded the security forces for what they described as a successful operation against Fitna al Khawarij. 'Operations against Fitna al Khawarij will continue till complete elimination of terrorism from the country,' said President Zardari. Premier Sharif said, 'Anti-human terrorists will have to pay a heavy price for endangering the lives and property of innocent people.'
Business Recorder
04-06-2025
- General
- Business Recorder
14 Indian-sponsored terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO
At least 14 Indian sponsored khawarij were killed by security forces in general area Datta Khel, North Waziristan District. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that an intelligence based operation was conducted by the security forces on reported presence of khawarij belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Khawarij. 4 soldiers martyred, 7 'India-backed terrorists' killed in KP operations: ISPR 'During the operation, own troops effectively engaged the Indian sponsored khawarij location, and after an intense exchange of fire, 14 Indian sponsored khwarij were sent to hell,' the military's media wing said. The ISPR said that sanitization operations were being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored Khawarji found in the area, 'as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of Indian Sponsored Terrorism from the country'. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Sunday jointly addressed a Grand Jirga of tribal elders in Quetta, reaffirming the state's unwavering resolve to defeat terrorism and counter foreign-sponsored subversion. 'Our message to the enemies of peace is clear: the government, armed forces, law enforcement agencies, and administrative apparatus, with full support of the Pakistani nation, will defeat terrorism in all its forms,' the prime minister stated. Addressing the gathering, Field Marshal Munir vowed to crush every element threatening Pakistan's sovereignty. 'We have concrete proof of India's hand in supporting terrorist networks in Balochistan. These nefarious efforts will be defeated by the Pakistan Army with the full support of the nation and the brave people of Balochistan,' he said.
