Islamabad Pakistan, September 15, 2025 (Khyber Mail): Pakistan witnessed a surge in counter-terrorism operations and militant violence over the past few days, with major incidents reported from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Sindh. Authorities confirmed significant successes against terrorist networks, while also acknowledging ongoing threats to national security.
In a dramatic development in Karak’s Banda Daud Shah area, local residents reportedly killed 12 militants of the banned Fitna al-Khawarij (TTP) by poisoning food the terrorists had forcibly demanded. The militants later succumbed to poisoning after being taken to a local healer in Khurram. The incident reflects growing public resistance against militant oppression, though authorities are verifying the reports.
In Bannu, militants looted over 130 cattle from civilians, selling around 80 of them for high prices, sparking disputes within their own ranks over the distribution of profits. Meanwhile, local residents courageously thwarted an abduction attempt near New Lari Adda, forcing militants to flee and abandon their vehicle, which was seized by police.
In Tank district, police foiled a major terrorist plot to blow up the Kot Addam bridge. Acting on intelligence, a Bomb Disposal Unit defused an IED, preventing large-scale destruction. Separately, three WHO officials monitoring a polio campaign were abducted from Mulla Zai by TTP militants, prompting a massive search operation.
Security forces also stepped up operations across Kurram, Lakki Marwat, and Bannu. In Central Kurram, two terrorists were killed in a fierce clash, with bags labeled “NDRF India” found in their possession, raising suspicions of foreign involvement. Earlier, 31 Indian-sponsored militants were eliminated in two major intelligence-based operations in Lakki Marwat and Bannu. ISPR confirmed that the hideouts of Indian-backed proxies were targeted in precision strikes, dealing a severe blow to their network.
In South Waziristan, security forces successfully defused a bomb planted near Dazha Ghundi Bazaar, preventing civilian casualties. In Kurram’s Jodra village, a kidnapped police officer was released after tribal elders intervened and guaranteed he would not return to duty.
Further north, Orakzai district witnessed a sniper attack on a Frontier Corps checkpoint, leaving one soldier injured, while in Bajaur’s Loi Mamund area, an Afghan Taliban Ministry of Defense personnel was reportedly spotted inside Pakistan, raising security concerns.
In Balochistan, militants intensified attacks on security forces. In Kech, five personnel, including Captain Waqar Kakar, were martyred when an IED targeted their vehicle. In Kalat, an explosion occurred at the RTC Police Line ground, with investigations underway. In Mastung, the banned BLA claimed an ambush on security personnel, while in Zehri, security forces launched a major IBO targeting a BLA command-and-control center known as “Point Four,” reportedly neutralizing over 40 militants and seizing Indian-made equipment.
Additional incidents were reported in Surab, where two civilians were injured in firing, and in Buleda, where three students allegedly linked to insurgent groups were detained by security forces.
In Karachi, a TTP-claimed attack targeted a police mobile on Bukhari Avenue in Defence, leaving several personnel injured. Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched a manhunt.
Officials stated that Pakistan has launched a new border security strategy in Khyber and Bajaur to choke TTP supply lines from Afghanistan and curb cross-border infiltration. The plan includes stepped-up patrols, surveillance, and intelligence-based strikes timed to exploit seasonal militant movements.
Authorities reiterated their commitment to eradicating terrorism, vowing that sacrifices of security forces and civilians will not go in vain. Security experts warn that while military operations have dealt a major blow to militants, sustained political engagement with Kabul remains key to long-term regional stability.