- Seven Khwarij were also injured in an operation carried out on the reported presence of terrorists: ISPR
RAWALPINDI: Two soldiers were martyred and 11 Indian-sponsored khwarij were killed in a fire exchange with the security forces during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the general area of Sararogha, South Waziristan district, according to the military’s media wing on Tuesday.
In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, “Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in the general area of Sararogha, South Waziristan District, on the reported presence of Khwarij belonging to Indian proxy Fitna al-Khwarij. During the conduct of the operation, own troops effectively engaged the khwarij location, and resultantly, eleven Indian-sponsored khwarij were sent to hell, while seven Khwarij got injured.”
“However, during the intense fire exchange, Major Syed Moiz Abbas Shah (age: 37 years, resident of District Chakwal), a brave officer who was leading his troops from the front, fought gallantly and paid the ultimate sacrifice along with another brave son of soil, Lance Naik Jibran Ullah (age: 27 years, resident of District Bannu),” it added.
The ISPR said that Major Moiz was known for “his courage and daring actions in numerous operations conducted against the khwarij.”
“Sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian-sponsored khariji found in the area, as the security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe out the menace of Indian-sponsored terrorism from the country, and such sacrifices of our brave men further strengthen our resolve,” the ISPR added.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi paid rich tribute to the martyred soldiers for bravely fighting against the enemy during the operation.
“Major Syed Moiz Abbas and Lance Naik Jibranullah sacrificed their lives for the secure future of the nation. They are true heroes who thwarted the malicious plans of Indian-backed terrorists and eliminated 11 militants,” Naqvi said in a statement.
The interior minister added that “these martyrs gave their lives to deliver a strong message to the enemy and are a proud example of bravery for the nation. Their heroic sacrifice will always be remembered by the people.”
Earlier this month, five terrorists were killed during operations in KP’s Peshawar and North Waziristan districts, with the military terming them “Indian-sponsored” ones.
ISPR Director General Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry had also accused India of activating its “assets” to intensify terrorist attacks in Pakistan, presenting “irrefutable evidence” of Indian state-sponsored terrorism directed by Indian military personnel.
Pakistan has been grappling with an alarming surge in terror activities, especially in KP and Balochistan, since the Fitna al-Khawarij (TTP) ended its ceasefire with the government in November 2022.
