Two Soldiers Martyred in North Waziristan Operation

In a recent intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, Pakistani security forces neutralized six terrorists, but tragically lost two soldiers, Major Hamza Israr and Sepoy Muhammad Naeem. This raid, aimed at combating the rising terrorist activities in the region bordering Afghanistan, underscores Pakistan's ongoing struggle against the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), who have intensified their attacks since the Taliban's resurgence in Afghanistan. The operation, which took place between January 29 and 30, involved a fierce firefight during which the troops effectively engaged the militants. A sanitization operation is being conducted to clear the area of any remaining threats. Both President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have commended the bravery of the fallen soldiers and reiterated Pakistan's commitment to eradicating terrorism. This operation follows another recent thwarted terrorist attack in Balochistan, highlighting the persistent security challenges faced by Pakistan.