Independent report
LAHORE, November 14: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday paid tribute to the security forces for their successful intelligence-based operations against Indian-sponsored terrorists in Kolpur, Kardagap and Nushki areas of Balochistan.
Eight terrorists, including a suicide bomber, were killed during the operations, while a large cache of arms and ammunition was recovered.
The prime minister also paid tribute to Major Omar Minhas Nasir and Havildar Muhammad Adnan Khan, who embraced martyrdom while performing routine patrol duties on the Quetta-Taftan National Highway (N-40).
Expressing condolences to the bereaved families, he prayed for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks and strength and patience for their families.
The prime minister said the entire nation saluted the sacrifices of its martyrs, adding that the security forces were fully capable of thwarting attempts to undermine regional peace by targeting civilians and security personnel.
He reiterated that operations against externally sponsored terrorism would continue with full force until its complete elimination.
