Pakistani security forces shot 33 militants in an operation in Balochistan's Zhob district. These militants, identified as members of the Pakistani Taliban or "Khwarij," were targeted overnight. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the successful operation and indicated that the military would pursue any other insurgents. The military claimed the militants had Indian sponsorship but did not provide evidence. Meanwhile, the Balochistan government suspended mobile internet services due to ongoing violence, attributed to the insurgency from both Pakistani Taliban and separatist groups.
Pakistan's military reported the killing of 33 militants in Balochistan's Zhob district during an overnight operation targeting the Pakistani Taliban, referred to as "Khwarij." Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the forces for the successful operation and emphasized ongoing search operations to eliminate remaining insurgents.
The military labeled the killed militants as "Indian-sponsored" without providing evidence for these claims. Pakistan has consistently accused India of backing the Pakistani Taliban and Balochistan's separatist movements.
The Balochistan government announced a suspension of mobile internet in the region until the end of August. The province has experienced ongoing violence and insurgency related to groups like the Pakistani Taliban and the Baloch Liberation Army.
Despite officials' assertions that the insurgency is largely under control, violence continues to affect the region, indicating that the threat from militant groups remains significant.
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