Counter-terrorism officials in Balochistan announced on Wednesday that six suspected terrorists were killed during an intelligence-driven security operation in the district of Barkhan.
The spokesperson for the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) informed that the raid was conducted in the Tang Kareer and Marri areas following a specific tip-off.
According to the official account, the suspects initiated opened fire as security forces surrounded their location. The forces returned fire in retaliation, leading to the encounter.
The CTD confirmed that all security personnel remained safe throughout the operation.
A large quantity of weapons and explosive material was recovered from the premises after the confrontation concluded.
The spokesperson asserted that the deceased individuals were involved in disrupting law and order and had conducted attacks on security forces in the region.
The bodies were subsequently shifted to a Rakhni hospital to complete the necessary medico-legal formalities.
A further investigation into the incident was underway.