Security forces killed 18 militants in two operations in Mastung, Balochistan, and North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, state media reported on Wednesday, citing security sources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Radio Pakistan<\/em> reported that 13 militants were killed in an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan. Forces targeted hideouts of Fitna al-Khawarij, the state\u2019s term for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and affiliated groups, taking what the sources called decisive action against their movements. The operation was carried out under the government\u2019s Azm-i-Istehkam initiative, they said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PTV<\/em> reported that five militants were killed in operations in the Siapusht and Kili Gishtri areas of Mastung, citing security sources. Weapons and ammunition were recovered, and clearance and search operations were continuing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The sources said operations would continue with full intensity until terrorism was eliminated and that the forces remained committed to establishing lasting peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the security forces for what he called successful operations against the \u201ckhawarij\u201d in Mastung and North Waziristan. He commended their professionalism in killing 18 \u201cIndian-sponsored terrorists\u201d, and said he was proud of the brave sons of the nation who had foiled the militants\u2019 nefarious designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe operations by the security forces reflect their resolve to protect national security,\u201d he said, adding that he paid tribute to the country\u2019s brave sons. \u201cThe nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the security forces in the war against terrorism.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Operations against \u201cFitna al-Hindustan\u201d and \u201cFitna al-Khawarij\u201d were continuing with full force and would continue, Naqvi said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On Tuesday, security sources said forces had killed five militants and wounded two others in a separate operation in North Waziristan. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the forces, saying operations against Fitna al-Khawarij would continue until terrorism was eliminated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n PAK SOUCH MEDIA GROUP<\/p>\n\n\n\n Daily Pak Souch Newspaper Sukkur \u2013 Daily Pak Special Newspaper Karachi \u2013 Daily Pak Today Newspaper Karachi – Daily Pak Jazbo Newspaper Sukkur<\/p>\n\n\n\n Head Office : Ayub Gate Shaikh Muhalla Near Rabbania Masjid Sukkur<\/p>\n\n\n\n Karachi Office : Office No. 1901-B, 19th Floor Saima Trade Tower (B) Block I.I Chandigarh Road Near Jung Press, Shaheen Complex & National Museum of Pakistan Karachi Sindh Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Contact : 03009319022<\/p>\n\n\n\n Website 1 : https:\/\/paksouch.com\/<\/a> Security forces killed 18 militants in two operations in Mastung, Balochistan, and North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, state media reported on Wednesday, citing security sources. 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