--- title: "Security forces kill three terrorists in DI Khan intelligence-based operation" description: "Most outlets reported the killing of three terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, with a focus on the group Fitna al-Khawarij. A few, including Daily Times and Geo News, also described the militants as \"India-backed,\" while others omitted this characterization. Most emphasized the intelligence-led nature of the operation and its role in ongoing counter-terrorism efforts. The Associated Press of Pakistan and Daily Times additionally noted President Asif Ali Zardari’s response, with the former highlighting his tribute to security forces." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/12231-eight-fitna-al-khawarij-militants-killed-in-di-khan site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Security forces kill three terrorists in DI Khan intelligence-based operation pakistan · updated 5 Oct 2026, 6:11 PM PKT · 4–5 Oct 2026 · 35 articles from 15 outlets over 2 developments ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 5 Oct 2026 — Security forces kill three terrorists in DI Khan intelligence-based operation (13 outlets) > Most outlets reported the killing of three terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, with a focus on the group Fitna al-Khawarij. A few, including Daily Times and Geo News, also described the militants as "India-backed," while others omitted this characterization. Most emphasized the intelligence-led nature of the operation and its role in ongoing counter-terrorism efforts. The Associated Press of Pakistan and Daily Times additionally noted President Asif Ali Zardari’s response, with the former highlighting his tribute to security forces. - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Governor lauds security forces for killing terrorists in DI Khan](https://www.app.com.pk/kp/governor-lauds-security-forces-for-killing-terrorists-in-di-khan/) · 5 Oct 2026, 6:11 PM PKT > PESHAWAR, Oct 05 (APP):Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Monday paid tribute to the security forces for eliminating three terrorists during a successful operation in Dera Ismail Khan. The Governor said the effective operations being carried out by the security forces were commendable and reflected the country’s firm resolve to eradicate terrorism from Khyber... - **Dawn** — [Security forces kill 3 terrorists in DI Khan IBO: state media](https://www.dawn.com/news/2034903/security-forces-kill-3-terrorists-in-di-khan-ibo-state-media) · 5 Oct 2026, 11:48 AM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces on Monday killed three terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, state media reported on Monday. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the security forces for conducting the security operation. In separate statements, President Zardari said effective operations by the security forces... - **ARY News (English)** — [Three terrorists killed in DI Khan IBO: security sources](https://arynews.tv/three-terrorists-killed-in-di-khan-ibo-security-sources) · 5 Oct 2026, 11:42 AM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > The sources said the operation was conducted on the basis of intelligence information. They said security forces’ continued operations... - **BOL News** — [Security forces kill three terrorists in DI Khan](https://bolnews.com/pakistan/security-forces-kill-three-terrorists-in-di-khan) · 5 Oct 2026, 11:28 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed three Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Monday, the second such operation in the district in as many days. - **24 News HD** — [3 killed as security forces target Khawarij network in DI Khan](https://www.24newshd.tv/05-Oct-2026/3-killed-security-forces-target-khawarij-network-di-khan) · 5 Oct 2026, 11:20 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed three militants belonging to Fitna al-Khawarij in a fresh intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate terrorism in the province. - **Minute Mirror** — [Security forces kill 3 militants in DI Khan](https://minutemirror.com.pk/security-forces-kill-3-militants-in-di-khan-639737/) · 5 Oct 2026, 11:12 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed three militants affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan - **Daily Times** — [Three terrorists killed in DI Khan intelligence-based operation](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1562700/three-terrorists-killed-in-di-khan-intelligence-based-operation/) · 5 Oct 2026, 10:53 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed three terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail (DI) Khan, security sources said Monday. The operation targeted members of what Pakistani authorities call Fitna al-Khawarij. According to the sources, forces launched the operation after receiving intelligence about militant activity in the area. The action was part of ongoing counterterrorism operati... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Security force kill three terrorists in DI Khan operation](https://pakobserver.net/security-force-kill-three-terrorists-in-di-khan-operation/) · 5 Oct 2026, 10:21 AM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > DERA ISMAIL KHAN – Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, killing three terrorists. Reports… - **Aaj News (English)** — [Three Fitna Al Khawarij militants killed in DI Khan operation](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475259/three-fitna-al-khawarij-militants-killed-in-di-khan-operation) · 5 Oct 2026, 10:10 AM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Three militants belonging to the Fitna Al Khawarij terrorist group were killed in an intelligence-based operation by security forces in Dera Ismail Khan, security sources said on Monday. The operation was part of operations against Fitna Al Khawarij and other militant groups in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, the sources said. According to the sources, security forces’ opera... - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Pakistani forces eliminate three terrorists in DI Khan operation](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/05-Oct-2026/pakistani-forces-eliminate-three-terrorists-in-di-khan-operation) · 5 Oct 2026, 9:33 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > DERA ISMAIL KHAN – Security forces killed three militants during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The operation was conducted on the basis of intelligence as part of ongoing actions against Fitna al-Khawarij under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, the sources said. Three militants were killed during the operation, according to the sources. Security […] - **Dunya News** — [Security forces kill three terrorists in DI Khan operation](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/976184-security-forces-kill-three-terrorists-in-di-khan-operation) · 5 Oct 2026, 9:31 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed three militants in an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, as part of ongoing efforts to counter terrorism and disrupt militant networks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. - **Geo News** — [Three India-backed terrorists killed in DI Khan operation: security sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/685036-three-india-backed-terrorists-killed-in-di-khan-operation-security-sources) · 5 Oct 2026, 9:17 AM PKT · 67% identical wording to the newest filing > In this file photo, security forces are seen taking position during an operation. — ISPR/FileOperation conducted on intelligence-based information: sources.Ops proving effective in weakening terrorist networks: sources.IBO comes a day after forces killed eight terrorists in DI Khan. - **Business Recorder** — [PM lauds security forces for DIK operation](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40442632/pm-lauds-security-forces-for-dik-operation) · 5 Oct 2026, 5:09 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Sunday, lauded the timely and effective action of the security forces following a successful intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan. The prime minister paid tribute to the security personnel for eliminating eight terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Khwarij during the operation. He commended the bravery, professionalism, and unwavering co... ### 4 Oct 2026 — Security forces kill eight Fitna al-Khawarij militants in DI Khan operation (12 outlets) > Most outlets reported that security forces killed eight militants affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, with several noting that three of them were key commanders. A few outlets, including Pakistan Observer and Daily Times, described the group as "India-backed" or "India-sponsored," a framing not used by others. Some also mentioned the recovery of weapons and foreign currency, while others provided additional context about the operation's intelligence basis. Overall, the framing was largely consistent, with differences primarily in the attribution of the group’s sponsorship. - **Minute Mirror** — [Three commanders among eight terrorists killed](https://minutemirror.com.pk/three-commanders-among-eight-terrorists-killed-639451/) · 4 Oct 2026, 7:08 PM PKT > Security forces have killed eight suspected militants, including three key commanders, during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Naqvi praises security forces after 8 militants killed in D.I. Khan operation](https://www.app.com.pk/national/naqvi-praises-security-forces-after-8-militants-killed-in-d-i-khan-operation/) · 4 Oct 2026, 1:43 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday paid tribute to the security forces for carrying out a successful operation against militants in Dera Ismail Khan, where eight Khawarij were killed. - **Dawn** — [Security forces kill 8 terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan IBO: state media](https://www.dawn.com/news/2034697/security-forces-kill-8-terrorists-in-dera-ismail-khan-ibo-state-media) · 4 Oct 2026, 1:37 PM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed eight terrorists belonging to Fitna al Khawarij during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan, security sources said on Sunday, state-run Radio Pakistan reported. Fitna al Khawarij is a term the state uses for terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan. The operation was conducted after information was received re... - **Daily Times** — [Security forces kill eight India-backed militants in DI Khan operation](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1562380/security-forces-kill-eight-india-backed-militants-in-di-khan-operation/) · 4 Oct 2026, 12:48 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed eight India-sponsored militants during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Sunday. Security sources said the operation targeted militants hiding in the area after intelligence agencies received information about their presence. The forces launched the operation swiftly and eliminated eight members of Fitna al-Khawarij. Three of the ... - **Business Recorder** — [8 terrorists killed in DI Khan IBO: state media](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40442586/8-terrorists-killed-in-di-khan-ibo-state-media) · 4 Oct 2026, 12:40 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed eight terrorists, including three key commanders of Fitna al-Khawarij, during an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Radio Pakistan reported on Sunday. According to the report, the operation was conducted after intelligence reports indicated the presence of terrorists in the area. A large quantity of arms and ammunition, along with foreign... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistani forces kill eight militants in restive Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province](https://www.arabnews.pk/pakistan/pakistani-forces-kill-eight-militants-in-restive-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-province-3003137) · 4 Oct 2026, 11:50 AM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing - **Pakistan Observer** — [Key Commanders Among Eight Terrorists Killed in DI Khan IBO](https://pakobserver.net/key-commanders-among-eight-terrorists-killed-in-di-khan-ibo/) · 4 Oct 2026, 11:48 AM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed eight India-backed terrorists, including three key commanders, during an intelligence-based operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Dera Ismail Khan… - **Aaj News (English)** — [Eight Fitna Al Khawarij militants killed in DI Khan operation](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475174/eight-fitna-al-khawarij-militants-killed-in-di-khan-operation) · 4 Oct 2026, 11:19 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed eight Fitna Al Khawarij militants in an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security sources said on Sunday. Three key commanders of Fitna Al Khawarij were among those killed, according to the sources. The operation was conducted on intelligence reports about the presence of militants in the area, the sources said. Foreign curr... - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan security forces kill eight Fitna al-Khawarij in KP IBO](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-security-forces-kill-eight-fitna-al-khawarij-in-kp-ibo) · 4 Oct 2026, 11:05 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > RAWALPINDI: Pakistan security forces have killed eight terrorists affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij during an operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. - **Geo News** — [Eight India-backed terrorists killed in KP's DI Khan operation: security sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/684933-eight-india-backed-terrorists-killed-in-kps-di-khan-operation-security-sources) · 4 Oct 2026, 10:51 AM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > Security personnel stand guard in Bajaur district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. — AFP/FileIBO conducted after reports about presence of terrorists: sources.Weapons and ammunition recovered from killed militants: sources.Security forces recover foreign currency during operation: sources. - **24 News HD** — [Three ringleaders among eight terrorists killed in DI Khan security operation](https://www.24newshd.tv/04-Oct-2026/three-ringleaders-among-eight-terrorists-killed-di-khan-security-operation) · 4 Oct 2026, 10:43 AM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation in Dera Ismail Khan, eliminating eight terrorists belonging to Fitna-ul-Khawarij, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Sunday. - **The Express Tribune** — [Three commanders among eight terrorists killed in DI Khan operation: security sources](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2632911/three-commanders-among-eight-terrorists-killed-in-di-khan-operation-security-sources) · 4 Oct 2026, 7:00 AM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing > According to sources large quantity of weapons, ammunition, foreign currency, recovered from the terrorists ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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