Security forces repel attack on military compound in Tank, 3 terrorists killed

RAWALPINDI - The security forces on Wednesday killed three terrorists when they attempted to enter a military compound in general area Tank on Wednesday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the troops responded in an efficient manner, encircled and killed all the terrorists and foiled the attempted entry inside the military compound.

However, during intense exchange of fire, six soldiers, having fought gallantly, embraced Shahadat. The martyred soldiers include Subedar Major Sher Muhammad, Naib Subedar Zubaid, Havildar Sohail, Lance Naik Ghulam All, Sepoy Maskeen Ali, and Sepoy Mir Muhammad. The ISPR said Pakistan Army is determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.

Four terrorists were also killed in Makin area of South Waziristan by the security forces on Wednesday.

According to the ISPR, during intense exchange of fire Captain Saad Bin Amir and Lance Naik Riaz embraced Shahadat. Area clearance is being carried out to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area.

Four terrorists shot dead while Army Captain, soldier embraced Shahadat in Makin: ISPR

Six soldiers martyred while fighting terrorists in Tank

In a statement, the ISPR stated Pakistan Army is determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of brave officers and soldiers will further strengthen their resolve.

Reportedly, the terrorists attacked FC line in Tank district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering south Waziristan. The terrorists attacked FC line in Tank district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province bordering south Waziristan, District Police officer Waqar Ahmed Khan said, adding that three attackers were also gunned down during the exchange of fire.

 

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