Summary Police said one officer was martyred and another was injured during the encounter.
BANNU (Dunya News) - At least eight militants were killed and one police officer was martyred during an intelligence-based operation in the Miryan area of Bannu, on Saturday.
According to police and Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) officials, the joint operation was launched early in the morning following credible intelligence about the presence of militants in the area. A heavy exchange of fire took place between security forces and armed militants.
Officials confirmed that eight militants were killed in the operation, while reports indicated that several others were injured.
During the operation, security forces also recovered a 10-kilogram improvised explosive device (IED), which was later defused, preventing a potential major attack.
Police said one officer was martyred and another was injured during the encounter.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General of Police Zulfiqar Hameed said that operations against Fitna al-Khawarij and anti-state elements will continue with greater intensity. He added that the provincial police remain on the frontline in ensuring the protection of lives and property of citizens.
