LAKKI MARWAT: Police and local residents launched a joint action against terrorists on Saturday, killing multiple militants associated with Indian proxy Fitna al Khawarij in a decisive operation in Lakki Marwat and Bannu districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The clashes erupted around 10:00 am between Lakki Marwat police backed by local peace committee and approximately 25 to 30 militants.
In neighboring Bannu district, the Haved Police Committee and Top Takhti Khel Civilian Committee set up ambushes in their respective areas.
After receiving intelligence on the presence of Khawarij in the Takhtikhel/Hawid border area, the district police and Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted a coordinated operation.
During the encounter, five militants were killed in a firefight. All police personnel returned safely.
The operation took place under the direct supervision of Regional Police Officer Bannu, Sajjad Khan. He said Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police remain ready to maintain law and order and protect citizens. “This operation is proof of our determination,” he said.
Police received full support from local residents, who provided continuous information on suspicious activities, aiding the operation’s success.
Residents expressed solidarity with the police and praised their efforts to ensure peace in the region.
Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Zulfiqar Hameed, commended the timely and effective action by Bannu and Lakki Marwat police. He said continued operations against Khawarij would secure lasting peace.
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police warned that terrorists would not be allowed safe havens and confirmed that joint operations would continue to strengthen regional security.
