Security forces kill 15 terrorists in general area Sambaza, Zhob District: ISPR

RAWALPINDI, Dec 10 (SABAH): On Tuesday, security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in general area Sambaza, Zhob District.

According to the statement issued by the ISPR, during the conduct of  operation, own troops effectively engaged the terrorist location and resultantly 15 terrorists were killed.

A large quantity of weapons, ammunition and explosives were also recovered from the killed terrorists.

However, during intense exchange of fire, Sepoy Arifur Rehman (age 32 years; resident of Mansehra District), having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced Shahadat.

Sanitization operation is being conducted to neutralize any other terrorist present in the area.

Security forces of Pakistan, in step with the nation, remain determined to wipe out the menace of terrorism from the country and sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.