Security forces kill over 9 terrorists in Balochistan IBOs
The operations were carried out in Ziarat, Harnai and Surab under Operation Rad-ul-Fitna 3, according to state media reports. The reported operations targeted suspected militants in areas facing continued security threats.
Officials said arms and ammunition were recovered from those killed during the operations. However, the identities of the suspects and further details about the operations were not immediately disclosed.
#BREAKING
— Pakistan TV (@PakTVGlobal) August 18, 2026
Security forces conducted successful intelligence-based operations against terrorists in Ziarat, Harnai and Surab areas of Balochistan under Operation Rad-ul-Fitna 3, killing more than nine terrorists.#Balochistan #OperationRadulFitna3 #CounterTerrorism… pic.twitter.com/cAMZK4paeu
Security operations continue across province
The latest operations come after several similar actions by security forces across Balochistan in recent days. The province has witnessed a series of intelligence-based operations as authorities continue efforts to counter militant activity.
On Monday, security forces reportedly killed two terrorists and injured three others during an intelligence-based operation in the Killi Zaik area of Balochistan.
A day earlier, seven terrorists were reported killed in an operation in the Lajay area of Kharan. The action was also described as part of continuing counterterrorism efforts in the province.
Security forces had also conducted an operation in the Shor Pard area of Khuzdar district on Saturday. According to state media, 10 terrorists were killed and several others were injured during the action.
These operations show that security forces are maintaining pressure on militant groups operating in different parts of Balochistan. Authorities have increasingly relied on intelligence-based actions to locate and target suspected militants.
Rising security concerns in Balochistan
The latest developments come as security conditions in Balochistan have worsened in recent months. A security assessment by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies showed a sharp rise in deaths linked to violence in the province.
According to the assessment released on July 31, the overall death toll in Balochistan increased by 241% in July compared with June. The number rose from 109 deaths in June to 372 in July.
The report also recorded a major increase in deaths among security personnel. Their fatalities climbed from six in June to 62 in July, representing a rise of 933%.
Terrorist deaths also increased significantly during the same period. The assessment reported that terrorist fatalities rose from 75 in June to 238 in July.
Civilian deaths increased as well, rising from 28 to 54, while 18 members of peace committees were also reported killed in the province.
Also Read:Sindh teacher facial recognition attendance system fails on first day
What the latest operations indicate
The repeated intelligence-based operations suggest that security forces are focusing on areas where militant activity has been reported. The recovery of weapons and ammunition is also being presented by authorities as evidence of the operations against armed groups.
However, official information about individual operations remains limited. Further details about the identities of those killed, the groups they allegedly belonged to and the weapons recovered may emerge later.
The continuing operations also highlight the difficult security environment facing Balochistan. While authorities are increasing counterterrorism efforts, the sharp rise in violence-related deaths shows that the province continues to face serious security challenges.
