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90 terrorists killed in 4,021 security operations across Pakistan in August: Military

Mr Chaudhry said 32,173 operations were conducted from January to August, dealing a heavy blow to the strength of terrorists.

• September 6, 2024
Terrorists' attack in Pakistan
Terrorists’ attack in Pakistan[Credit: Arab News]

Pakistan’s military said 90 terrorists were killed in 4,021 operations across the country in August.

Ahmed Chaudhry, director-general of the inter-services public relations, said at a news conference that security forces and other law enforcement agencies participated in the intelligence-based operations.

Mr Chaudhry said 32,173 operations were conducted from January to August, dealing a heavy blow to the strength of terrorists.

In addition, 193 officers and soldiers lost their lives in the first eight months of 2024, Mr Chaudhry said. 

(Xinhua/NAN)

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