Bajaur: In a precision intelligence-based operation conducted on 29 December 2025 in the general area of Khar, Bajaur District, Pakistan’s security forces successfully killed five militants affiliated with the Indian-backed group, Fitna al Khwarij, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was carried out following credible reports of the presence of the militants in the area.
During the intense engagement, the security forces eliminated five militants who had been involved in multiple terrorist activities targeting security personnel and civilians.
Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the deceased militants.
Tragically, Major Adeel Zaman, 36, who was leading the operation from the front, was martyred while bravely engaging the militants. He was a resident of Dera Ismail Khan District.
Major Zaman’s gallantry and leadership were highlighted in the ISPR statement.
The ISPR confirmed that sanitisation operations are ongoing to ensure no other militants remain in the area.
The counter-terrorism campaign, under the vision “Azm e Istehkam”, as approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan.
It will continue with full intensity to eliminate foreign-sponsored terrorism from Pakistan.
CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir pays tribute
The funeral prayers of Major Adeel Zaman Shaheed were offered at Peshawar Garrison on Monday.
The funeral was attended by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, the Interior Minister, Commander Peshawar Corps, senior military and civil officials, as well as a large number of people.
Paying tribute to the fallen officer, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir said the martyrs of the Pakistan Army are the pride of the nation and their sacrifices will always be remembered.
He offered prayers for the elevation of Major Adeel Zaman Shaheed’s ranks in Jannah and for patience and strength for the bereaved family.
Major Adeel Zaman Shaheed embraced martyrdom while leading his troops from the front during the operation.
The Pakistan Armed Forces reaffirmed their unwavering resolve to eliminate terrorism from the country, stating that such sacrifices further reinforce the nation’s determination.
The martyr will be laid to rest with full military honours in his hometown of Dera Ismail Khan.
Later, CDF COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir visited the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) Peshawar.
There, he inquired about the well-being of officers and soldiers injured during the operation and praised their bravery and steadfastness.
IBO in Balochistan
Previously, security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Panjgur District of Balochistan, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The operation was conducted on the reported presence of Khawarij belonging to the Indian proxy, Fitna al Khawarij.
During the conduct of the operation, own forces effectively engaged the Khawarij location, and after an intense fire exchange, four Indian sponsored Khawarij were sent to hell, says ISPR.
Weapons, ammunition, and explosives were also recovered from the Khawarij, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area.
