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12 security personnel martyred in suicide attack in Bannu

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RAWALPINDI: At least 12 security personnel were martyred in a suicide attack in Bannu District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa here on Wednesday.

According the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), terrorists (Khawarij) attempted to attack a joint check post in the general area of Mali Khel in Bannu on November 19 (Tuesday).

“In ensuing fire exchange, six terrorists (khwarij) were sent to hell. The attempt to enter the post was effectively thwarted by own troops, which forced the terrorists (khwarij) to ram an explosive laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the post.

The suicide blast led to collapse of portion of perimeter wall and damaged the adjoining infrastructure, resulting in martyrdom of 12 brave sons of soil that include 10 soldiers of the security forces and two soldiers of Frontier Constabulary,” said  military’s media wing in a statement.

“Sanitization operation is being conducted in the area and the perpetrators of this heinous act will be brought to justice.

Security forces and law enforcement agencies of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave men further strengthen our resolve,” it further said.

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Naqvi strongly condemns Bannu terrorist attack

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ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attack on the Bannu Cantonment and paid tribute to the security forces for foiling the assault.

In a statement, the interior minister expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the eight security personnel who were martyred in the attack.

He described the brave men as the pride of the nation and said their great sacrifices would always be remembered.

“The enemy is making a heinous conspiracy to destabilize Pakistan but we will end the scourge of terrorism with the strength of unity and agreement,” the interior minister said.

Naqvi praised the courage and resilience of the security forces, stating that they had foiled the terrorists’ nefarious intentions by sending 10 of them to hell.

He said the martyrs are the pride of the entire nation and the government stands with their families.

The interior minister prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured security personnel and reiterated the government’s commitment to combating terrorism and safeguarding the country’s territorial integrity.

The sacrifices of the martyrs will always be remembered and the nation salutes to the bravery and professionalism of the security forces in thwarting the conspiracy of terrorism, he expressed.

On the other hand, President of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party and Federal Minister for Privatization, Board of Investment, and Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan paid glowing tributes to soldiers who sacrificed their lives and families for the future of Pakistan’s children.

He called these soldiers the true heroes of the nation. In a tweet about the recent security operation near Bannu, he expressed gratitude, saying that soldiers are always ready and alert to counter anti-state elements.

 

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DG Rangers Sindh chairs High level security meeting

DG Rangers Sindh chairs High level security meeting

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Two incidents of firing at Western border, 4 security personnel martyred

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Four security personnel of Pakistani army have been martyred in two incidents of ceasefire violations at western Line of Control areas. According to ISPR, Two incidents of ceasefire violations have been reported at the western Line of Control area. Four security personnel have lost their lives, whereas, one sustained injuries. Miscreants opened fire on security … Read more