Security forces killed six terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan’s Panjgur district, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Friday.
In its statement, the military’s media wing said the operation was carried out on the night of June 3–4 after reports of the presence of militants belonging to what it described as the Indian proxy group “Fitna al Hindustan.”
The term is used by the state to refer to Balochistan-based outfits allegedly involved in terrorism and destabilisation activities in Pakistan.
ISPR said security forces effectively engaged multiple hideouts during the operation. After an intense exchange of fire, six “Indian-sponsored terrorists” were killed. Weapons, ammunition, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and a vehicle were also recovered from the site.
The militants were reportedly involved in several terrorist activities in the region.
The statement added that sanitisation operations are ongoing to clear any remaining threats in the area. It reaffirmed that counterterrorism efforts by security forces and law enforcement agencies will continue until terrorism is completely eliminated from the country.
