In a heroic display of bravery and quick response, security forces effectively thwarted an attempt by terrorists to enter the cantonment in Bannu. Faced with a robust defense, the terrorists rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the cantonment, resulting in a devastating suicide blast.
The explosion caused a portion of the wall to collapse and damaged nearby infrastructure, leading to the tragic loss of eight brave soldiers. The fallen heroes include:
- Naib Subedar Muhammad Shehzad (44 years, District Poonch, AJK)
- Havildar Zil-e-Hussain (39 years, District Khushab)
- Havildar Shahzad Ahmed (28 years, District Neelum, AJK)
- Sepoy Ashfaq Hussain Khan (30 years, District Muzzafarabad, AJK)
- Sepoy Sobhan Majeed (22 years, District Muzzafarabad, AJK)
- Sepoy Imtiaz Khan (30 years, District Karak)
- Sepoy Arsalan Aslam (26 years, District Bahawalpur)
- Lance Naik Sabz Ali (34 years, Lakki Marwat) of Frontier Constabulary
Following the explosion, security forces swiftly engaged the terrorists. In the ensuing operation, all ten terrorists were neutralized, preventing a major catastrophe and saving countless innocent lives. This timely and effective response highlights the unyielding resolve and dedication of Pakistan’s security forces in the fight against terrorism.
The heinous attack was carried out by the Hafiz Gul Bahadur group, which operates from Afghanistan. This group has previously used Afghan soil to orchestrate terrorist acts inside Pakistan. Pakistan has repeatedly raised concerns with the Interim Afghan Government, urging them to prevent the use of their territory by such terrorist elements and to take decisive action against them.
Pakistan Armed Forces remain steadfast in their commitment to defend the nation and its people against the scourge of terrorism. They will continue to take all necessary measures to counter threats emanating from Afghanistan.
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