Security forces thwart TTP attempt to infiltrate from Afghanistan into Pakistan: ISPR

RAWALPINDI: Security forces have thwarted an attempt of the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) terrorists’ bid to infiltrate from Afghanistan into Pakistan, the military’s media wing said Friday.

The incident took place on September 28 at 5:45pm (PST), the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement, as law enforcers ramp up efforts against terrorists having safe havens in Afghanistan.

As a result of the standoff, four soldiers — Havildar Sattar, Lance Naik Sher Azam, Lance Naik Adnan, and Sepoy Nadeem — embraced martyrdom after having fought valiantly.

The soldiers also sent three terrorists “to hell”, the ISPR said, noting that “few” other militants were also injured during the gun-battle.

“Security forces of Pakistan will continue to thwart efforts of the enemies of peace and prosperity in the country,” the ISPR added.

Earlier this week, security forces killed three terrorists during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the general area of Tirah, Khyber District, following an operation on the night of September 25-26 after receiving reports of terrorists’ presence in the area.