Seven terrorists killed in North Waziristan operation

Security forces killed seven suspected terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Eidak area of North Waziristan, according to state media citing security sources.

The operation was carried out after intelligence indicated the presence of militants in the area. Security personnel targeted their positions and destroyed their hideouts, the sources said.

The militants were identified by authorities as members of Fitna al-Khawarij, the term used by the Pakistani state for the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces for the operation. Zardari said the efforts being made under the Azm-e-Istehkam initiative to combat terrorism and establish lasting peace were commendable.

Prime Minister Shehbaz said continued operations reflected the professionalism and capabilities of the security forces. He said the nation stood behind security personnel and expressed confidence that sustained action would help counter militant activities.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also praised the forces involved in the operation, describing their performance as a demonstration of professional capability and determination against terrorism.

The latest operation comes amid increased militant activity in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. Security forces have carried out several intelligence-based operations in recent weeks, targeting suspected militant hideouts and networks.

On September 29, seven militants were reported killed in separate operations in Khyber district and Balochistan’s Chagai district. Five were killed in the Bara area, while two others were reported killed in Nok Kacha.

Pakistan has experienced a series of militant attacks in recent months, resulting in casualties among security personnel and civilians. Authorities have said operations against militant groups will continue across the country.