Security Forces Kill 15 Militants in Two Operations in Balochistan
Security forces killed **15 militants** in two separate operations in Balochistan, according to the military’s media wing.
In a statement, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said an intelligence-based operation was carried out in the Harnai District after reports of the presence of militants linked to *Fitna al-Khawarij*. During the operation, **12 militants were killed** after security forces surrounded their hideouts and launched a decisive action.
The military said another operation was conducted in the Basima area, where **three militants allegedly backed by India** were killed after security forces tracked their presence and carried out a targeted operation.
According to the ISPR, the militants killed in the operations were involved in several terrorist activities and were wanted by security agencies.
The statement added that security forces remain determined to **eliminate externally backed terrorism** from Pakistan.
