In a statement, the military’s media wing said the first operation was carried out in Mohmand district on reports of the presence of Indian proxy Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists. During the operation, troops engaged the hideout, and seven terrorists were killed after a heavy exchange of fire.

ISPR said a second intelligence-based operation was conducted in Bannu district, where security forces neutralized six more terrorists. The operations were carried out based on confirmed intelligence inputs.

The military said sanitization operations are continuing in both areas to eliminate any remaining Indian-sponsored kharji terrorists and to ensure the region is fully cleared.

These actions are part of the ongoing ‘Azm-e-Istehkam’ campaign, approved by the federal apex committee under the National Action Plan (NAP) to counter terrorism across the country.

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Terrorist attacks have increased in recent years, especially in KP and Balochistan, following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in 2021. Pakistan has repeatedly urged Kabul to stop militants from using Afghan soil to plan attacks inside Pakistan.

The issue has also led to rising tensions and cross-border incidents, with both sides accusing each other of security violations. Pakistan has responded with strong warnings and defensive measures.

Recently, Afghan scholars at Kabul University passed a resolution stating that Afghan soil must not be used against any country. Islamabad welcomed the move but expressed concern, saying similar promises were made earlier and not fulfilled.

Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said Pakistan is seeking written assurances from Kabul to ensure Afghan territory is not used by terrorist groups targeting Pakistan.