Security forces kill 5 terrorists in South Waziristan operation; 7 soldiers embraced martyrdom
South Waziristan: As many five terrorists were killed in crossfire with the security forces during an operation in Asman Manza area on Wednesday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement said.


As many seven Pakistan Army soldiers also lost their lives during the operation.
According to the ISPR's statement, the operation was launched on intelligence about the presence of terrorists in the area.
"During intense exchange of fire, five terrorists were killed and seven soldiers embraced shahadat," said the ISPR.
The security forces cordoned off the area and began a search operation "to eliminate any other terrorists" found in the area, the statement added.
On Tuesday, two terrorists were killed in crossfire with the security forces in North Waziristan district.
The operation Datta Khail was launched on information that some terrorists were present in a hideout.
"As soon as the troops cordoned off the area, terrorists opened fire to flee from the hideout. During operation, two terrorists were killed," the ISPR statement said.
Officials sezied a huge cache of arms, ammunition and improvised explosive devices from the spot.

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