PESHAWAR (Kashmir English): Security forces have killed 9 Fitnat al-Khawarij terrorists in a three-day operation in Dir, including a key commander.
Police, CTD, and other forces had conducted an operation about the presence of Fitnat al-Khawarij terrorists from Afghanistan in the mountainous area of Upper Dir.
During the three-day operation, the forces also used modern drones to minimize casualties, resulting in the killing of 9 terrorists.
According to the report, key commander Sajid is also among those killed, while the bodies of five terrorists were also seized during the search.
During this time, two civilians were also martyred in the firing of the terrorists.
The local population has appreciated the security forces for the operation, while the residents of the area have stood by the forces.
According to DPO Upper Dir Syed Muhammad Bilal, the operation will continue until the complete elimination of Fitnat al-Khawarij from the area.
Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Zulfiqar Hameed paid tribute to the soldiers of Upper Dir Police and CTD.
Under the leadership of DPO Upper Dir Syed Muhammad Bilal, a bold targeted operation of Dir Police and CTD against Fitna-ul-Khawarij has been going on for the past three days.
This operation was carried out in Dobindo, Bekare, Salam Kot, Hatan Dara, and adjoining areas within the limits of the Dir City Police Station on the basis of credible information, which indicated the presence of elements of banned terrorist organizations.
During the operation, Al-Baraq Commandos, Elite Force, RRF Unit, CTD, Bomb Disposal Squad, and DSB staff, along with Upper Dir Police, participated with professional skills.
Vigorous action was taken against the terrorists and their facilitators using modern weapons, APCs, thermal devices, and drone cameras, and this is ongoing.
During the operation, 5 terrorists were killed on the first day, of which 2 bodies were recovered, while 7 police personnel were injured and 2 local citizens were martyred.
Dir Police is always ready to eliminate terrorism and protect the lives and property of the people and is determined to make every sacrifice. This operation will continue until the complete elimination of Fitna al-Khawarij.