Pakistan’s security forces killed two terrorists, including a high-value target, during an intelligence-based operation in the Lower Dir area, Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement Friday.
The deceased included Hafizullah alias “Kochwan”, an important terrorist linked to several attacks against security personnel and civilians, the ISPR declared declaration. The operation took place overnight between 10 and 11 April.
The forces launched the strike after confirming the presence of the terrorists in the area.
A tough exchange of fire arose where the two terrorists were killed and their hideout destroyed, officials said.
Hafizullah was among the most sought -after figures by law enforcement and wore a bounty of 10 million Rs. The military said he played a key role in orchestrating terrorist activities throughout the region.
An approval operation remains in the midst of the concerns of more terrorists in the area, ISPR said. The Pakistani army repeated its decision to eliminate terrorism across the country.
Earlier this week, security forces killed nine militants in an intelligence-based operation in the Takwara area of Dera Ismail Khan late Sunday night.
According to ISPR, among those killed, several terrorists, including Shireen, were a high -value goal and militant ring leader who was in demand for his commitment to several terrorist attacks.
Shireen had also been involved in the targeted killing of civilians and was responsible for the martyrdom of Captain Hasnain Akhtar.
The military said troops launched the raid based on confirmed intelligence regarding the presence of militants in the area. A tough exchange of fire followed where the militants were “sent to hell,” the statement added.