ISPR Says 21 Terrorists Eliminated in North Waziristan IBOs
June 2026 | By Azad News
Security forces have killed 21 terrorists during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) conducted over the last 72 hours in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
In a statement issued on Saturday, the military's media wing said that multiple terrorist hideouts were targeted in the general area of Miranshah and its surrounding localities.
The ISPR stated that intense exchanges of fire took place during the operations, resulting in the killing of 21 militants allegedly belonging to the Indian-sponsored group referred to by authorities as Fitna-al-Khawarij.
Among those killed were four alleged ring leaders identified as Khalid Raza alias Salar, Muftoon, Musa and Imran alias Ayan. According to the military, these individuals were highly wanted for their alleged involvement in numerous terrorist activities targeting both security personnel and civilians.
The military said that the latest operations have dealt a significant blow to the militant network operating in the area. It added that weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the militants during the raids.
The ISPR noted that a total of 48 militants have been killed since the launch of the recent counterterrorism campaign in the region, including 27 who were killed during earlier operations conducted last week.
The statement further said that sanitisation operations would continue in order to eliminate any remaining militants hiding in the area and to ensure long-term stability.
According to the military, Pakistan's counterterrorism campaign under the vision of Azm-i-Istehkam, approved by the Federal Apex Committee on the National Action Plan, will continue at full pace to eradicate militancy and strengthen national security.
Earlier this month, the district administration imposed Section 144 for an indefinite period in the Miranshah subdivision, restricting public movement and traffic due to security concerns and the intensification of military operations.
Security forces had also reportedly foiled a suicide attack on a military post near Miranshah before the restrictions were imposed, highlighting the persistent security challenges in the district.
According to recent assessments by security analysts, militancy-related incidents have increased in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, prompting authorities to intensify intelligence-based operations across affected regions.
Conclusion
The latest operations in North Waziristan reflect Pakistan's continuing efforts to combat militancy and improve security in the region. Authorities say intelligence-based operations will continue as part of a broader strategy aimed at eliminating militant networks and maintaining peace.
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