Four terrorists belonging to the forbidden Tehrik-in-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed in an armed clash with police in Kot Mubarak area, near Khyber Pakhtunkhwa-Punjab border last week, security officials said Monday.

Among the dead was Senior TTP commander Saifullah, also known as Abu Basir Al-Shami, and his deputy Muhammad Anas. The suspects allegedly planned terrorist activities in the region as law enforcement engaged them in a targeted operation, sources added.

Security forces recovered a cache of weapons, explosive materials and significant documents from possession of militants, suggesting advanced preparations for undermining actions.

TTP has also confirmed the death of his Punjab Province’s Intelligence Chief, Saifullah.

According to sources, Saifullah was a resident of Ahmedspur Sharqia in Punjab and played a key role in coordinating militant operations in southern Punjab. His presence was linked to an increase in both militant attacks and intensification of security operations in the region.

His killing is seen as a marked blow to TTP’s operational network in Punjab. The operation is considered a great success in disrupting militant activities along the Inter-provincial border area.