RAWALPINDI: A heinous terrorist attack in the Mir Ali area of North Waziristan has resulted in the martyrdom of 13 Pakistani soldiers, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The attack, which took place on [specific date], saw a failed attempt by terrorists to target a security forces convoy with a suicide bombing.
The ISPR stated that a suicide bomber in an explosive-laden vehicle attempted to strike the convoy, but thanks to the swift actions of security forces, the nefarious plot was foiled. The troops at the forefront of the convoy successfully prevented the attack, though tragically, 13 soldiers lost their lives during the subsequent skirmish.
Among the martyred soldiers are: Subedar Zahid Iqbal, Havildar Sohrab Khan, Havildar Mian Yusuf, Naik Khattab Shah, Lance Naik Ismail, Sepoy Roheil, Sepoy Muhammad Ramzan, Sepoy Nawab, Sepoy Zubair Ahmed, Sepoy Muhammad Sakhi, Sepoy Hashim Abbasi, Sepoy Mudassir Ijaz and Sepoy Manzoor Ali.
The ISPR further confirmed that the attack was carried out by the terror group Fitna al-Khawarij, a proxy organization supported by India’s intelligence network. The attack also left three innocent civilians injured, including two children and a woman, who were caught in the crossfire.
In the aftermath of the attack, security forces launched a clearance operation in the area to track down the perpetrators. The operation led to a fierce gunfight, in which 14 terrorists were killed. The ISPR emphasized that the security forces would continue to track down any remaining militants and bring them to justice.
The army’s statement reiterated that despite the cowardly and heinous nature of the attack, the sacrifices of the brave soldiers and innocent civilians serve as a testament to Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to eradicate terrorism, especially those backed by hostile foreign agencies. The statement also reassured the public that the armed forces are resolute in their mission to rid the region of terror networks and safeguard the sovereignty of Pakistan.
The Pakistan Army vowed that all those responsible for this brutal attack would be brought to justice and that their actions would not deter the military’s resolve in defending the homeland.
Security forces continue to operate in the area, ensuring that peace and stability are restored, and the fight against terrorism persists.
