Security forces repulse attack on checkpost in North Waziristan

[Edevelop]

MIRAMSHAH: At least two militants were killed as security forces repulsed an attack on a checkpost in Dattakhel Tehsil of North Waziristan tribal region whereas one solider was also wounded in the attack that took place early on Wednesday.

An indefinite curfew was imposed on the Bannu-Miramshah Road following the incident.

"The militants had launched a huge attack on the Khar Qamar checkpost at night and after a gunbattle of about half an hour, the attack was repulsed during which two militants were killed," an Inter Public Service Relations (ISPR) officer confirmed.

The official added that one solider was also inured in the attack.

Meanwhile curfew was imposed on Bannu-Miranshah road for an indefinite period after the attack and security forces were carrying out a search operation in the area

Security forces repulse attack on checkpost in North Waziristan - DAWN.COM

 

[CENTCOM]

It is easy to see that these terrorists continue to push their deadly agenda forward. They are trying their best to destabilize the region with their acts of terror. The recent attack on the military officers (Sept 15) proves that they are trying to take control through intimidation and fear. But they’ve been unable to defeat our shared will and desire to restore peace in the region. We take our hat off to the brave Pakistani security forces who continue to stand tall without any fear. We appreciate their sacrifices and applause their efforts in countering terrorism. We fully support the government of Pakistan and hope to remain unified against our common enemies.

Ali Khan
DET, United States Central Command