Army Major Martyred, Four Terrorists Killed in Balochistan IBOs: ISPR

Army Major Martyred, Four Terrorists Killed in Balochistan IBOs: ISPR

An Pakistan Army major was martyred while four terrorists were killed during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Balochistan, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The operations highlight the continuing security challenges faced by forces combating militant activity in the province.

Security forces conducted operations in Jattakabad, Kalat district, and Shadi Kaur in Pasni, Gwadar district, following intelligence reports about suspected militant hideouts. In the Kalat operation, four militants were killed and a large quantity of weapons and ammunition was recovered, according to ISPR.

During a separate clearance operation in Gwadar, Major Wajahat Waheed was martyred when the security forces’ team was targeted in an improvised explosive device (IED) attack. The officer was leading the operation at the time of the incident.

ISPR said clearance and sanitisation operations would continue to eliminate remaining threats in the area. The incidents highlight the ongoing counterterrorism challenges in Balochistan and the continued efforts of security forces to protect local communities.