Security Forces killed eight terrorists in two intelligence-based operations in Kharan and Mastung districts of Balochistan province as part of a relentless counter-terrorism campaign aimed at eliminating Indian proxies, Fitna Al Hindustan.
Operation in Kharan District
On 25 June 2026, security forces acted on intelligence leads regarding the movement of a group of terrorists in Kharan District, Balochistan. According to a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), three terrorists belonging to the Indian proxy Fitna Al Hindustan were killed, while several others were injured. The engagement was described as precise and skillful.
Operation in Mastung District
In a separate engagement on 26 June 2026, a pre-emptive intelligence-based operation was conducted in Mastung District, Balochistan, targeting the possible presence of a suicide bomber. During the operation, troops effectively engaged the terrorist location, and after an intense fire exchange, five terrorists, including a suicide bomber, were neutralized. The ISPR reported that weapons, ammunition, improvised explosive devices, and motorbikes used by the terrorists were recovered.
Continued Counter-Terrorism Efforts
The ISPR stated that sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored terrorists found in the area. The relentless counter-terrorism campaign, under the vision "Azm e Istehkam" as approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan, will continue at full pace. Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies of Pakistan are committed to wiping out the menace of foreign-sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.
