Eight Militants Killed in Intelligence-Based Operations Across Balochistan

ISLAMABAD: During the last 48 hours Pakistani Security Forces conducted two high-tempo intelligence driven operations in Kharan & Mastung districts of Balochistan, as part of relentless counter terrorism campaign aimed at eliminating Indian Proxies, Fitna Al Hindustan and eliminated eight terrorists.

On 25 June 2026, on intelligence leads movement of a group of terrorists was picked up by the security forces in Kharan District of Balochistan. As a result of precise and skillful engagement, three terrorist belonging to Indian proxy, Fitna Al Hindustan were sent to hell while several were injured.

In another engagement on 26 June 2026, a pre-emptive intelligence based operation was conducted in Mastung District of Balochistan against the possible presence of Suicide Bomber. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the terrorist location and after an intense fire exchange, five terrorists including a Suicide Bomber were successfully neutralised.

Weapons, ammunition, improvised explosive devices and motorbikes used by these terrorists were also recovered.

Sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other Indian sponsored terrorist found in the area. Relentless Counter Terrorism campaign under vision “Azm e Istehkam” (as approved by Federal Apex Committee on National Action Plan) by Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies of Pakistan will continue at full pace to wipe out menace of foreign sponsored and supported terrorism from the country.

The latest operations come amid an intensified campaign by Pakistan’s security forces against militant groups operating in Balochistan, particularly those accused of targeting civilians, security personnel and infrastructure.

Intelligence-based operations (IBOs) have become the primary counterterrorism tactic, allowing forces to strike suspected militant hideouts based on actionable intelligence.

Balochistan has witnessed a surge in terrorist attacks over the past two years, including assaults on security forces, development projects and public infrastructure. Militants have also increasingly employed suicide bombers and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), prompting security agencies to expand intelligence gathering and pre-emptive operations across the province.

Pakistan’s military has repeatedly maintained that several militant groups active in Balochistan receive external support. Official statements describe these organisations as “Indian proxies” and refer to them collectively as “Fitna Al Hindustan,” alleging that they are financed, trained and directed to destabilise Pakistan. India has consistently rejected these allegations.

The ongoing counterterrorism drive forms part of the national security strategy under “Azm-e-Istehkam,” approved by the Federal Apex Committee under the National Action Plan. The initiative aims to strengthen intelligence coordination, enhance law enforcement capabilities and dismantle terrorist networks through sustained military and civilian efforts.

Security officials have reiterated that intelligence-led operations will continue across Balochistan and other vulnerable areas to prevent terrorist attacks, eliminate militant infrastructure and disrupt networks involved in planning and facilitating acts of terrorism. Sanitisation operations are routinely carried out following engagements to ensure the area is cleared of any remaining militants or explosives.