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Business Recorder
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Forces eliminate two Indian-backed terrorists in Balochistan
RAWALPINDI: Two Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed and two others arrested in an operation by security forces in Balochistan, the military's media wing said on Sunday. The intelligence-based operation was conducted in Duki district after reports of the presence of terrorists affiliated with 'Fitna-e-Hindustan' (a terror proxy backed by India), according to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). ISPR stated that the hideout of the terrorists was effectively targeted. In the ensuing gun battle, two Indian-backed militants were killed, and two were taken into custody. Weapons, ammunition, and explosive materials were also recovered from the slain terrorists, who were reportedly involved in multiple terrorist activities. The military spokesperson affirmed that security forces remain committed to eradicating Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country, and vowed that such terrorists and their facilitators will be brought to justice. Yesterday, as many as 13 Pakistani soldiers embraced martyrdom in a suicide.
Business Recorder
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Field Marshal attends funeral prayer of Major Moiz
RAWALPINDI: Funeral prayer of Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah, who embraced martyrdom in an operation while bravely fighting against Indian-sponsored terrorists in South Waziristan, was offered at Chaklala Garrison in Rawalpindi. Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, senior serving military and civil officials, officers and soldiers attended the funeral, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Wednesday. On the occasion, Field Marshal Asim Munir said 'Major Syed Moiz Abbas fought bravely in the face of resistance and ultimately laid down his life in the line of duty, upholding the highest traditions of bravery, sacrifice, and patriotism. The entire nation stands united in grief and pride, saluting his ultimate sacrifice for the defence of the country. We owe an eternal debt to our martyrs. The blood of our Shuhada is the foundation of our nation's strength.' The body of the martyred officer has been taken to his native hometown of Chakwal where he was laid to rest with full military honours.
Arab News
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
Suspected drone strike kills child, injures five in Pakistan's South Waziristan
PESHAWAR: A suspected drone strike killed one child and injured five others in a remote village of Pakistan's South Waziristan district on Friday, triggering protests by local residents who demanded greater security and clarity from the authorities. The incident took place in the Dashka settlement near Makeen, a mountainous region that is part of the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering Afghanistan. Local officials said the origin of the drone was still unknown, but the strike has renewed concerns following a similar attack last month in nearby North Waziristan that killed four children and sparked days of demonstrations. 'The attack took place at around 11:30 a.m.,' Abdul Qadir, a senior police officer in the district, told Arab News over the phone. 'The children, aged between four and 11, were immediately rushed to Razmak Hospital for emergency medical treatment.' Reacting to the development, Asif Khan Mehsud, a provincial lawmaker from the area, said his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Party (PTI) had consistently opposed drone strikes on Pakistani soil, labeling them a gross violation of human rights. 'This reckless attack on innocent civilians must be investigated,' he added. Last month, a suspected quadcopter drone strike in Mir Ali, North Waziristan, killed four children and injured others, prompting mass protests and a statement from the military's media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations. The military said it had carried out an investigation into the incident, denied involvement and blamed the attack on militant groups, while residents demanded accountability and security guarantees. On Friday, people in Makeen launched a protest sit-in, seeking protection rather than compensation, as local elders met with police and security officials to voice their outrage. 'We are not safe even in our own homes,' said Muhammad Jan, a tribal elder participating in the protest. 'What we demand is not money or charity. We want protection and peace.' He added that tribal elders would continue dialogue with local authorities to explore long-term security arrangements for the area. Pakistan's northwestern tribal belt has witnessed militant violence, military operations and US drone attacks in the past. While US-led international forces pulled out of Afghanistan in August 2021, the issue of militancy continues, prompting security forces to launch intelligence-based operations in these areas.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan army chief Asim Munir likely gets Trump admin's invite to attend US Army Day celebrations
General Munir, Pakistan's army chief, may visit Washington DC. He is expected to attend the US Army's 250th-anniversary celebrations. The invitation came from his American counterpart. This visit follows recent tensions between India and Pakistan. A US General said that the US needs relations with both Pakistan and India. The US acknowledges Pakistan's help against ISIS Khorasan. FILE: In this photo released by the Inter Services Public Relations, newly elevated Field Marshal General Asim Munir prays after laying wreath on the Martyrs monument during a special guard of honor ceremony at General Headquarters, in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Munir is reportedly said to arrive in Washington DC to attend the 250th anniversary celebrations of the US Army , Pakistan's The News has invitation for this visit came from his American counterpart, and the event is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, which also coincides with US President Donald Trump's visit comes only weeks after a conflict between India and Pakistan following New Delhi's Operation Sindoor, a retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. Munir's forthcoming visit to the US for the commemorative event has raised eyebrows following the recent tensions between the two Asian Trump has also claimed to have brokered peace between India and Pakistan while New Delhi has cleared it multiple times that an 'understanding' was reached by the DGMOs of the two it has been alleged that Munir had a part to play in the April 22 attack. He was also promoted to the ceremonial rank of Field Marshal, which marks only the second time in Pakistan's history that a military officer has reached this rarefied elevation is said to have came in recognition of his role in the recent military face-off with yesterday, a top US general said that the United States has to have a relationship with Pakistan and with India, noting that it cannot be a 'binary switch' where Washington cannot have ties with Islamabad if it has relations with New of US Central Command (CENTCOM), US Army General Michael Kurilla, made the comments during a testimony before the US House Armed Services Committee on Tuesday.'We have to have a relationship with Pakistan and with India. I do not believe it is a binary switch that we can't have one with Pakistan if we have a relationship with India,' Kurilla said. 'We should look at the merits of the relationship for the positives that it has.'Kurilla's comments came days after an all-party Indian Parliamentary delegation led by Shashi Tharoor visited the US to convey India's strong resolve to combat terrorism backed by Pakistan in the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives.'ISIS Khorasan (ISIS K) is perhaps one of the most active in trying to do external plots globally to include against the homeland. The Taliban is going after ISIS K - they hate each other, and have pushed a lot of them into the tribal areas on the Afghan-Pakistan border,' he said at the full Committee Hearing on 'US Military Posture and National Security Challenges AFRICOM + CENTCOM.''Through a phenomenal partnership with Pakistan, they have gone after ISIS Khorasan, killing dozens of them. Through a relationship we have with them providing intelligence, they have captured at least five ISIS Khorasan high value individuals.'The 250th anniversary celebrations will include a large-scale parade and festival in Washington. According to reports, around 6,600 soldiers will participate in the parade, which will also showcase approximately 150 military vehicles and over 50 United States last hosted a military parade in 1991 to mark the end of the Gulf War. The National Victory Parade at that time featured nearly 8,000 service members, and about 2,00,000 spectators gathered to witness the event. The Washington Post reported that the parade cost USD 8 million.
Business Recorder
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Forces kill 14 India-sponsored terrorists in North Waziristan
RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed 14 Indian sponsored terrorists during an intelligence based operation in Datta Khel, North Waziristan. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the operation was conducted on 2-3 June 2025 on reported presence of terrorists in the area. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the Indian sponsored terrorists' location, and after an intense exchange of fire, fourteen were killed. ISPR said sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored terrorist found in the area, as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country. Earlier, security forces killed seven terrorists belonging to Indian proxy in two separate operations in Balochistan. An intelligence based operation (IBO) was conducted in general area Mach, Kachhi district on reported presence of 'Fitna al Hindustan' terrorists on June 2, 2025, ISPR said. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the terrorists' location, and after an intense fire exchange, five Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed. In another IBO conducted in general area Margand, Kalat district, a 'Fitna al Hindustan' terrorist hideout was busted and two terrorists were successfully neutralized. Weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the killed terrorists, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities.
