Six terrorists were killed while eight got injured in an intense exchange of fire with the security forces in North Waziristan district today [Saturday].

According to ISPR, the exchange of fire took place when security forces conducted an intelligence based operation in Mir Ali area of the district on reported presence of terrorists.

Sepoy Abdul Hakeem of Pak Army embraced Shahadat while gallantly fighting the terrorists during the operation.

Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the killed terrorists who remained actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces and target killing of innocent civilians.

Sanitization of the area is being carried out to eliminate any other terrorists found in the area.

Locals of the area appreciated the operation and expressed their full support to eliminate the menace of terrorism.

Source: Radio Pakistan