Operation in Swat to continue: Army

MINGORA - The high-ups of armed forces have claimed killing of 94 militants during the five days operation in Matta and Kabal regions of Swat District whereas 14 personnel of the security forces and secret agencies were killed.

“The forces were left with no other option except initiating operation against Taliban in the wake frequent violation of the peace agreement,” Brig Zia Bodla remarked while briefing the media at Saidu Sharif Swat on Monday. He termed the operation very successful, whereas the militants have been confined to certain pockets in the region.

Giving details of casualties during the operation, Brig Zia Bodla confirmed killing of 28 civilians at scattered places. He also confirmed that three out of 14 personnel of the security forces were affiliated with the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI).