Six Militants Killed, Six Arrested in North Waziristan Operation

In a decisive counter-terrorism operation, Pakistan’s security forces killed six militants and arrested another six during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan. The operation targeted a notorious faction known as Khawarij, an extremist group involved in planning attacks against both military and civilian targets. This successful mission demonstrates Pakistan’s firm stance against terrorism in its border regions.

Security sources confirmed that the operation was part of an ongoing effort to clear the North Waziristan area of militant activity. The group members were found with a cache of weapons, explosives, and communications equipment, indicating they were in the advanced stages of planning attacks. This recent success is expected to provide valuable intelligence on the group’s networks and other possible threats in the area.

Increased operations in North Waziristan have been part of Pakistan’s broader counter-terrorism strategy aimed at securing the border regions. Security forces have carried out multiple similar missions over the past few months to weaken militant strongholds and limit their influence. The six captured militants will undergo interrogation, which authorities hope will yield information on other groups and planned attacks. The government remains committed to restoring peace and stability in this strategically vital region.