The security forces of Pakistan engaged in an operation in the general area of Buleda, Kech District on Saturday in which five soldiers embraced martyrdom and three terrorists were killed, the military said.
According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), terrorists targeted a security forces' vehicle with an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), triggering a fierce exchange of fire between the security forces and the militants.
The swift response of our own troops was immediate and decisive. Effectively engaging the terrorists' location, three militants were neutralised.
However, the price of this bravery was heavy, as five courageous soldiers laid down their lives during the operation, embracing Shahadat in the line of duty. These true heroes include Sepoy Tipu Razzaq (23 years old, resident of District Sahiwal), Sepoy Sunny Shaukat (24 years old, resident of District Karachi), Sepoy Shafi Ullah (23 years old, resident of District Lasbela), Lance Naik Tariq Ali (25 years old, resident of District Orakzai), and Sepoy Muhammad Tariq Khan (25 years old, resident of District Mianwali).
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Their sacrifice serves as a stark reminder of the immense courage and dedication exhibited by our armed forces in the face of grave threats to national security. These soldiers fought gallantly, displaying unwavering commitment to safeguarding the peace, stability, and progress of Balochistan.
In the aftermath of the operation, a thorough sanitisation process is underway to eliminate any remaining terrorists in the area, the statement said.
“As the nation mourns the loss of these brave souls, their memory will forever live on as a testament to the unwavering commitment and sacrifice of our armed forces in the ongoing struggle against terrorism,” it concluded.
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