Security forces have carried out an operation against Fitna-al-Khawarij militants who were allegedly trying to enter Pakistan from Afghanistan through the Ghulam Khan area of North Waziristan on Wednesday.
According to security sources, the operation was based on intelligence information about an attempted infiltration from the Afghan border.
The sources said 15 militants were targeted and killed during the operation.
Clearance operation continues
A clearance operation is still underway in the area following the action.
Ghulam Khan is an important area near the Afghanistan border. The area has reportedly been used in the past by militants to enter Pakistan.
Security forces have said that such operations will continue against militant elements. The purpose of the action is to prevent militants from entering the area and disturbing peace and security.
People of Dir stand in solidarity with police, security forces
Previously, after foreign militants attacked the Bando Police Check Post in the Nahaq Dara area of Upper Dir, local people stood with their police and security forces against Fitna-al-Khawarij. This had set a new example of national unity ahead of the 79th Independence Day of Pakistan.
According to initial reports, local people took up arms to help the police against the militants.
Additionally, announcements were also made from mosques asking people to come out of their homes. According to reports, they were called to support the security forces and police.
Operation Rad ul Fitna 3: Fitna al Hindustan sent to hell
Separately, security forces killed 19 Fitna al Hindustan during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) as Operation Rad-ul-Fitna 3 continues in different areas of Balochistan.
According to details, an IBO was conducted in Rodenjo Cross, Kalat, following credible intelligence about the presence of terrorists. Five Fitna al Hindustan terrorists travelling in a vehicle were engaged and killed.
Security forces carried out heavy artillery shelling on a suspected militant hideout near Sasool Guest House in Balochistan today, on August 11, as Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3 continues.