BANNU (Kashmir English): At least 15 militants were killed in an intelligence-based operation in the Domel area of Bannu.
The hideout is described as a redundant residential structure being used by the militant as their hideout.
This hideout was observed for a month, and intelligence information confirmed the presence of the terrorists.
This hideout was used to carry out different terrorist activities in the surrounding areas.
Four to five more militants were seen entering the hideout on the day of the operation, joining those already inside. Following the confirmation, an operation was carried out.
Initial reports indicate the operation successfully eliminated the militants in the hideout without causing any other damage to the surroundings.
Follow-up of the area is being carried out by the security teams present in the area.
Earlier, District Police and the local residents have taken out an action against terrorists, resulting in the killing of multiple militants.
The clashes erupted between the Sector District Lakki Police, a civilian committee, and about 25 to 30 militants at about 10:00 a.m.
Moreover, the Bannu district, the Haved Police Committee, and the Top Takhti Khel Civilian Committee had set up an ambush in their respective areas.
On information about the presence of Khawarij in the border area of Takhtikhel/Hawid, the district police and CTD jointly conducted an important and decisive operation.
During the operation, 5 Khawarij were killed in an exchange of fire, while all the police personnel were safe.
This operation is being carried out under the direct supervision of Regional Police Officer Bannu Sajjad Khan.
RPO Sajjad Khan said that the personnel of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police are always ready to maintain law and order and protect the people, and these operations are a practical proof of this determination.
