Pakistani soldier killed, four militants eliminated in security operation in southwestern Pakistan
The Pakistani Army announced the death of a soldier and the elimination of four militants during a security operation in Balochistan.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Islamabad, Oct 19 (KUNA) -- The Pakistani military announced on Monday the death of one of its soldiers and the killing of at least four militants during a security operation in Balochistan province in southwestern Pakistan. In a statement, the media wing of the Pakistani military said that Pakistani security forces carried out an intelligence-based operation in the Shadi Kor area within Gwadar district and Jatakabad area in Kalat district of Balochistan province, following reports indicating the presence of multiple hideouts that posed a threat to local residents. The operation aimed to protect the population and clear the area of militants. The statement added that the operation resulted in the death of one Pakistani army soldier and the killing of four militants following intense exchanges of fire, and that large quantities of weapons and ammunition were seized. It reaffirmed that search operations would continue to eliminate any other armed elements that may be present in the area. (End) S.B.K./M.Kh.
