BANNU (Kashmir English): Two terrorists, including Musa alias ‘Aryana’, the son of a key commander of the banned militant group Fitna-ul-Khawarij, were killed during an exchange of fire with security forces in Bannu, according to sources.
The incident took place in the Sardi Khel Mandi area, where security forces launched an intelligence-based operation following reports about the presence of terrorists.
During the operation, an exchange of fire occurred, resulting in the deaths of Musa alias ‘Aryana’ and his associate Zohaib, son of Khalid, a resident of Jani Khel.
According to sources, Musa was the son of Akhtar Muhammad, described as a prominent commander within Fitna-ul-Khawarij.
Security forces and law enforcement agencies are continuing intelligence-based operations in Bannu and other parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to target terrorist networks and eliminate threats to public safety.
Search and clearance operations are also underway to locate suspected militants, dismantle their hideouts and maintain law and order.
