RAWALPINDI: Three soldiers embraced martyrdom during exchange of fire with terrorists from inside Afghanistan’s border in general area of Kharlachi, Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

In a statement, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that terrorists from inside Afghanistan, across international border, opened fire on Pakistani troops, who responded in a befitting manner. As per credible intelligence reports, due to own troops fire, terrorists suffered heavy casualties.

Those who embraced martyrdom while fighting gallantly, include Naik Muhammad Rehman resident of Karak, Naik Maweez Khan resident of Jamrud Khyber and Sepoy Irfan Ullah, resident of Dargai Malakand.

 Statement said Pakistan strongly condemns use of Afghan soil by terrorists for activities against Pakistan and expects that Afghan government will not allow conduct of such activities in future.  It further stated that Pakistan Army is determined to defend Pakistan’s borders against menace of terrorism and that sacrifices of brave soldiers further strengthen its resolve.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 14 2022

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