RAWALPINDI – Two soldiers were martyred when terrorists attacked security forces in Sararogha, South Waziristan District, the military media wing said on Tuesday.
A statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations said terrorists fired upon security forces. Pakistani troops initiated a prompt response however, during an intense exchange of fire, two soldiers, having fought gallantly, embraced.
They have been named as Lance Naik Umar Ali Khan, 26, a resident of Bannu, and 23-year-old Sepoy Muhammad Siraj ud Din, a resident of DI Khan.
The military media wing further added that a clearance is being carried out to eliminate any terrorists found in the area.
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“Pakistan Army is determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve,” it said.
