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Pakistan Says 17 Militants Killed in Balochistan Raids as ISPR Links Panjgur Cell to Indian Proxy

The military describes the Dec. 24–26 actions as intelligence-led operations under its Azm-e-Istehkam campaign.

Overview

  • ISPR reported eight militants killed in Kalat on Dec. 24, five in Kohlu on Dec. 25, and four in Panjgur on Dec. 26.
  • The four slain in Panjgur were identified by ISPR as members of Fitna al Khwarij, which it characterized as an Indian proxy.
  • Security forces recovered weapons, ammunition, and explosives during the Panjgur operation, according to the military.
  • Sanitization and clearance efforts are continuing in the Panjgur area following the raid, ISPR said.
  • The reports cite official military statements and note broader Pakistani claims of increased cross-border militancy since 2021.