The ISPR said in a statement that the operations were part of the ongoing effort to eliminate threats linked to attacks on both security personnel and civilians.

According to the ISPR, the first action took place in Mir Ali, where forces launched an operation based on secret intelligence. Six militants described as Indian-backed elements were killed during the exchange. The second operation was carried out in Spinwam, where another militant was eliminated.

The ISPR stated that weapons and ammunition were recovered from the dead militants. These individuals were involved in violent attacks targeting security forces and innocent citizens.

The ISPR added that sanitisation operations are continuing in the area to remove any remaining threats, and that security forces remain fully committed to ending terrorism under the ‘Azm-e-Istahkam’ campaign.

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President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces for the successful operations against militants linked to Indian support. Both leaders appreciated the soldiers’ bravery and determination.

President Zardari said the recovery of weapons and explosives from militants backed by India shows the professional capability of security forces. The Prime Minister said that under the vision of ‘Azm-e-Istahkam’, the forces are achieving major victories. He added that the entire nation stands with the armed forces in the fight to completely end terrorism in the country.