QUETTA: Two alleged terrorists were killed and another was arrested by security forces during an intelligence-based operation in the Mach area of Bolan district.

According to the statement issued by ISPR, the military’s media wing, on Sunday, the operation was initiated to intercept a group of terrorists operating in Mach.

Based on credible information, multiple ambushes were laid along different routes in the area frequented by terrorists for the last two days, the ISPR said.

Resultantly, a party of three terrorists was intercepted while moving towards their hideout. On being blocked, they opened fire on the security forces, the statement added. During the ensuing exchange of fire, two terrorists were killed while another was apprehended. A cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered.

According to the ISPR, the terrorists killed were involved in targeting civilians in the area, besides harassing coal mine owners to extort money from them.

Published in Dawn, April 10th, 2023