ISLAMABAD – At least five militants have been gunned down while two others injured in an intelligence-based operation by Pakistani security forces in Lakki Marwat district, ISPR said Wednesday.
In a statement, the military’s media wing Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the operation was carried out on credible intelligence regarding presence of insurgents in the area. The individuals were identified as “khwarij, TTP men involved in terror activities.
Security forces engaged militants, resulting in death of five and injuries to two others. A sanitization operation is currently underway to clear the area of any remaining militants. The military has reaffirmed its determination to eradicate terrorism from the country.
Pakistani top leaders paid tribute to the bravery of security forces while Prime Minister emphasized that country would continue to crush the nefarious intentions of terrorist groups, while assuring that the government is fully committed to eliminating terrorism in all its forms.
