BANNU – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir are visiting Bannu today to review ongoing operations against terrorism in the country’s northwestern region.
Pakistan’s top civil, and military leaders are reviewing progress of security measures and discussing strategies to combat militant networks. During the visit, both Prime Minister and Army Chief were briefed on the counter-terrorism plan, with officials indicating that key decisions may be taken to strengthen operations.
The joint presence of Pakistan’s political and military leadership shows government’s determination to restore peace in conflict-affected areas.
Pakistan’s security forces killed 35 militants in two operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa between September 10 and 13, while 12 soldiers lost their lives in the clashes, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported.
An intelligence-led operation in Bajaur district resulted in 22 militants being killed during intense fighting, with the ISPR describing them as Indian-sponsored.
In South Waziristan, 13 more militants were killed, and weapons and ammunition were recovered. The group had reportedly been involved in multiple terrorist activities in the region.
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