A joint intelligence-based operation was conducted by Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies in Khyber District on reported presence of khwarij on 21 April 2026.
During the conduct of the operation, after intense exchange of fire and skilful engagements by own forces, twenty-two Khwarij, belonging to the Indian-sponsored Fitna-al-Khwarij, were sent to hell. Due to cowardice and fear of getting apprehended alive, Khwarij resorted to indiscriminate firing which resulted in martyrdom of a ten years old innocent child.
Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from killed Indian sponsored Khwarij, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities in the area.
Sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other Kharji found in the area as relentless Counter Terrorism campaign under vision “Azm e Istehkam” (as approved by Federal Apex Committee on National Action Plan) by Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies of Pakistan will continue at full pace to wipe out the menace of foreign sponsored and supported terrorism from the country and such sacrifice of our innocent civilians further strengthen our resolve.
Earlier, a late-night infiltration attempt targeting the Gudwana Enclave in the Zhob Sector was successfully thwarted by Pakistani security forces, resulting in the killing of 12 khawarij belonging to TTA.
According to sources under the cover of darkness, militants identified as TTA reportedly attempted to breach the enclave’s perimeter. However, vigilant troops detected the movement in time and responded swiftly, preventing the attackers from advancing.
Security forces launched a coordinated counter-operation, engaging the militants and forcing them to retreat. During the exchange, 12 khawarij were killed, and several militant positions were reportedly destroyed, resulting in significant losses for the attackers.
No casualties among Pakistani forces have been confirmed at this time. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to maintaining security in the region and responding decisively to any threats.
Meanwhile, a few days earlier. Pakistan security forces killed four terrorists affiliated with the BLA in Washuk, Balochistan, during a targeted operation, sources confirmed.
The terrorists, who belong to BLA-backed Fitna al Hindustan, were involved in multiple criminal activities, including dacoities, extortion and theft in the area.
The operation was carried out after receiving intelligence reports about their presence. During the encounter, an exchange of fire took place, resulting in the deaths of all four suspects.
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