A Pakistan Army solider was martyred during a fire exchange between terrorists and security forces in general area Mir Ali, North Waziristan, said military’s media wing on Friday.
The Inter Services Public Relations, in a statement, said the troops fought bravely and effectively engaged the terrorists’ location.
However, during intense exchange of fire, Sepoy Irshadullah (age 29 years, resident of District Karak), embraced martyrdom. “Sanitisation of the area is being carried out to eliminate any terrorists found in the area,” the ISPR said.
Meanwhile, Pakistan army said Friday that one terrorist has been killed and two injured in Balochistan.
Giving details, the ISPR said from March 30, 2023, onwards an Intelligence Based Operation has been initiated to intercept a group of Terrorists operating in general area Noshman, South of Sibi. The Terrorists were linked with targeting of civilians in the area besides harassment of coal mine owners.
Based on credible information, multiple ambushes had been laid along different routes in the area frequented by terrorists for the last two days. Resultantly, a party of 3 x terrorists was intercepted while moving towards their hideout. On being blocked, they opened fire onto the Security Forces.