Security forces have killed nine Khwarij in two separate engagements in North Waziristan District.  

According to the ISPR, an intelligence-based operation was conducted by the security forces in general area Dosalli, on reported presence of Khwarij. During the operation, the troops effectively engaged the Khwarij location and resultantly, six Khwarij were sent to hell, while two Khwarij were apprehended.

Another intelligence-based operation was conducted in general area Esham. After intense fire exchange, three Khwarij were neutralized by security forces, while two Khwarij got injured.

Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the Khwarij, who remained actively involved in numerous terrorist activities against the security forces as well as target killing of innocent civilians.

Sanitization operations are being conducted to eliminate any other kharji in the area.  

The ISPR in its statement reaffirmed determination to wipe-out the menace of terrorism from the country.