Sixteen personnel of security forces embraced martyrdom while effectively thwarting a Khwarij group attempt to attack a check post in general area Makeen in South Waziristan District.

According to a statement released by the Inter-Services Public Relations, the attempt was effectively thwarted by own troops and in ensuing fire exchange, eight khwarij were sent to hell.

However, during intense fire exchange, sixteen brave sons of soil, having fought gallantly, embraced martyrdom.

The statement said security forces of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.