--- title: "Security forces kill seven militants in North Waziristan operation" description: "Most outlets reported that security forces killed seven militants during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan and recovered weapons and ammunition. A few outlets, including 24 News HD, Daily Pakistan, and Geo News, described the militants as \"Indian-sponsored\" or \"India-backed,\" while others, such as Aaj News, ARY News, and Daily Times, referred to them as \"Khawarij\" or \"Fitna al-Khawarij\" without explicitly linking them to India. The Associated Press of Pakistan and Dawn highlighted the prime minister’s praise for the security forces and the government’s anti-terrorism stance. Overall, the framing of the militants’ affiliations varied, but the core facts of the operation were consistent across the coverage." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/12576-five-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-strike-security site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Security forces kill seven militants in North Waziristan operation pakistan · updated 9 Oct 2026, 4:44 PM PKT · 6–9 Oct 2026 · 67 articles from 17 outlets over 4 developments ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 9 Oct 2026 — Security forces kill seven militants in North Waziristan operation (11 outlets) > Most outlets reported that security forces killed seven militants during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan and recovered weapons and ammunition. A few outlets, including 24 News HD, Daily Pakistan, and Geo News, described the militants as "Indian-sponsored" or "India-backed," while others, such as Aaj News, ARY News, and Daily Times, referred to them as "Khawarij" or "Fitna al-Khawarij" without explicitly linking them to India. The Associated Press of Pakistan and Dawn highlighted the prime minister’s praise for the security forces and the government’s anti-terrorism stance. Overall, the framing of the militants’ affiliations varied, but the core facts of the operation were consistent across the coverage. - **Abb Takk News** — [Seven India-backed militants killed in North Waziristan operation: security sources](https://abbtakk.tv/seven-india-backed-militants-killed-in-north-waziristan-operation-security-sources/) · 9 Oct 2026, 4:44 PM PKT > ISLAMABAD: Security forces have eliminated seven India-backed militants in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, security sources said on Friday. According to the sources, the operation was conducted under the vision of Azm-e-Istehkam to target militants identified as Fitna al-Khwarij. Several militant hideouts were also destroyed... - **Daily Times** — [Security forces kill seven terrorists in North Waziristan](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1564775/security-forces-kill-seven-terrorists-in-north-waziristan/) · 9 Oct 2026, 4:20 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed seven militants during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The operation targeted members of Fitna al-Khawarij under the Azm-e-Istehkam campaign. According to sources, all seven militants died during the operation. Security personnel also recovered a substantial quantity of weapons and ammunition from the targeted group. Read more... - **Minute Mirror** — [Seven terrorists killed in North Waziristan operat...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/seven-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-operation-2-641816/) · 9 Oct 2026, 1:21 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed seven terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Friday, according to state media. - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Security Forces kill 7 khwarij terrorists in North Waziristan](https://www.app.com.pk/national/security-forces-kill-7-khwarij-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-2/) · 9 Oct 2026, 12:22 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > PESHAWAR, Oct 9 (APP):Security forces killed seven terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Khwarij during intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan. Security sources said that a large quantity of weapons and ammunition was also recovered from the killed terrorists during the successful operation. They said that security forces would continue to conduct intelligence-based operations under the A... - **Hum News English** — [Security forces kill seven militants in North Waziristan operation](https://humenglish.com/latest/security-forces-kill-seven-militants-in-north-waziristan-operation/) · 9 Oct 2026, 12:09 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed seven militants during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan, recovering weapons and ammunition and destroying several militant hideouts, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported on Friday, quoting sources. According to security sources, the operation was conducted on the basis of intelligence reports. The militants were identified by the authori... - **ARY News (English)** — [Seven Fitna-al Khawarij terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO](https://arynews.tv/seven-fitna-al-khawarij-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-ibo) · 9 Oct 2026, 11:57 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > According to security sources, seven terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan... - **Dawn** — [Security forces kill 7 terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: state media](https://www.dawn.com/news/2035888/security-forces-kill-7-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo-state-media) · 9 Oct 2026, 11:39 AM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed seven terrorists in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported on Friday. The terrorists belonged to Fitna al Khawarij , a term the state uses for terrorists belonging to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). According to security sources, a large quantity of weapons and ammunit... - **Geo News** — [Security forces neutralise seven India-backed terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/685715-security-forces-neutralise-seven-india-backed-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo-sources) · 9 Oct 2026, 11:15 AM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > Security personnel stand guard in Bajaur district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. — AFP/FileIBO carried out against terrorists under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision.Operation carried out in North Waziristan district: security sources.PM Shehbaz lauds security forces for killing nine terrorists. - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Security forces kill seven Indian proxy terrorists in North Waziristan](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/09-Oct-2026/security-forces-kill-seven-indian-proxy-terrorists-in-north-waziristan) · 9 Oct 2026, 10:49 AM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > PESHAWAR – Security forces have killed seven terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The operation was conducted against the militants of Fitna al-Khawarij under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, security sources said. Security personnel also recovered a large quantity of weapons and ammunition from those killed. Several hideouts linked to the group w... - **24 News HD** — [Seven Indian-sponsored terrorists eliminated in North Waziristan](https://www.24newshd.tv/09-Oct-2026/seven-indian-sponsored-terrorists-eliminated-north-waziristan) · 9 Oct 2026, 10:29 AM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > Seven Indian-sponsored terrorists were eliminated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan District during an intelligence-based operation (IBO), reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Friday, citing security sources. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Seven khawarij killed in intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475807/seven-khawarij-killed-in-intelligence-based-operation-in-north-waziristan) · 9 Oct 2026, 10:26 AM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed seven Khawarij during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan and recovered a large quantity of weapons and ammunition from their possession, according to security sources. Security sources said counterterrorism operations are underway across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the ‘Azm-e-Istehkam’ vision. During the operation in North Waziristan, security forces carried... ### 8 Oct 2026 — Security forces kill nine militants in North Waziristan operation (14 outlets) > Most outlets led with the number of militants killed and described the operation as intelligence-based, with several noting that four were key commanders or senior figures affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij. A few also mentioned government officials, such as the Prime Minister and President, praising the security forces. While most used the term "terrorists," some used "militants" or "khawarij." The framing was largely consistent, with variations in emphasis on the designation of the group and the inclusion of political commendations. - **The Express Tribune** — [Security forces kill seven terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: state media](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2633858/security-forces-kill-seven-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo-state-media-1) · 9 Oct 2026, 5:47 AM PKT > President Zardari, Naqvi laud security forces, reaffirm resolve to eliminate terrorism - **Business Recorder** — [Four commanders among 9 terrorists killed in North Waziristan](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40443348/four-commanders-among-9-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan) · 9 Oct 2026, 5:18 AM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Security forces have killed nine terrorists, including four key commanders, during Intelligence-Based Operations against terrorists in North Waziristan, according to security sources. The operations were carried out in the Palangzai, Nadeem Kot and Kot Khizri areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, with several terrorist hideouts destroyed and a large quantity of... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Nine Terrorists Killed, Hideouts Destroyed in North Waziristan IBOs](https://pakobserver.net/nine-terrorists-killed-hideouts-destroyed-in-north-waziristan-ibos/) · 8 Oct 2026, 5:56 PM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed nine militants during intelligence-based operations in multiple locations across North Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The… - **Abb Takk News** — [Security forces eliminate nine terrorists in North Waziristan IBO](https://abbtakk.tv/security-forces-eliminate-nine-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo/) · 8 Oct 2026, 4:52 PM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Security forces have eliminated nine terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Khwarij during intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in multiple areas of North Waziristan, security sources said on Thursday. According to the sources, the operations were carried out in Palangzai, Nadeem Kot and Kot Khazri after receiving intelligence about the presence of militants... - **Daily Times** — [Nine militants killed during North Waziristan operation](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1564252/nine-militants-killed-during-north-waziristan-operation/) · 8 Oct 2026, 3:59 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed nine militants, including four senior commanders, during intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan. The operations targeted militant positions across several areas under the Azm-e-Istehkam campaign. Authorities also recovered weapons and ammunition during the operations. The operations took place in Palangzai, Nadeem Kot and Kot Khazri, according to sources. Secur... - **Aaj News (English)** — [9 Fitna Al Khawarij militants killed in North Waziristan operations](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475707/9-fitna-al-khawarij-militants-killed-in-north-waziristan-operations) · 8 Oct 2026, 1:37 PM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing > At least nine Fitna Al Khawarij militants, including four key commanders, were killed during intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, sources said on Thursday. Separately, two policemen were martyred in an attack by armed assailants on a police party in Karak, officials said. The operations in North Waziristan were conducted in the Palang Zai, Nadeem Kot ... - **Geo News** — [Security forces kill nine terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/685564-security-forces-kill-9-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo-sources) · 8 Oct 2026, 12:39 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan Army personnel travelling on a military vehicle. — AFP/ FileWeapons, ammunition recovered from killed militants: sources.Security forces destroy Fitna al-Khawarij hideouts: sources.PM Shehbaz lauds security forces for killing nine terrorists.ISLAMABAD: Security... - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Four Commanders among 9 Khawarij gunned down in North Waziristan Operation](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/08-Oct-2026/four-commanders-among-9-khawarij-gunned-down-in-north-waziristan-operation) · 8 Oct 2026, 12:28 PM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > NORTH WAZIRISTAN – Security forces dealt another blow to militant network in North Waziristan, eliminating nine hardcore terrorists, including four key commanders, during intelligence-based operations in different areas of the district. The operations were carried out in Palangzai, Nadeem Kot and Kot Khazri, where security forces targeted positions associated with Fitna al-Khawarij following in... - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Security Forces kill 9 terrorists, including four key commanders](https://www.app.com.pk/national/security-forces-kill-9-terrorists-including-four-key-commanders/) · 8 Oct 2026, 12:19 PM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > PESHAWAR, Oct 8 (APP):Security forces killed nine terrorists, including four key commanders belonging to Fitna al-Khwarij, during intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan. Security sources said security forces conducted intelligence-based operations in the areas of Palangzai, Nadeem Kot and Kot Khazri in North Waziristan against terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Khwarij. The four key co... - **Hum News English** — [Nine militants killed in North Waziristan operations, state media reports](https://humenglish.com/latest/nine-militants-killed-in-north-waziristan-operations-state-media-reports/) · 8 Oct 2026, 12:01 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed nine militants, including four key commanders, during intelligence-based operations against militants, also dubbed as Fitna al-Khwarij, in North Waziristan, according to state media on Thursday. The operations were carried out in the Palangzai, Nadeem Kot and Kot Khizri areas of the district. Several militant hideouts were destroyed, while a large quantity of weapons and ... - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan security forces kill nine khawarij in North Waziristan](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-security-forces-kill-nine-khawarij-in-north-waziristan) · 8 Oct 2026, 11:54 AM PKT · 67% identical wording to the newest filing > Forces have continued intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision, targeting khawarij and... - **Dawn** — [9 terrorists killed in North Waziristan IBO: state media](https://www.dawn.com/news/2035640/9-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-ibo-state-media) · 8 Oct 2026, 11:31 AM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed nine terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan, state media reported on Wednesday. According to state-run Pakistan TV, IBOs were carried out in several areas of North Waziristan, including Palangzai, Nadeem Kot, and Kot Khazri, eliminating nine Fitna al-Khwarij terrorists, including four “important terrorist commanders”. Fitna ... - **Minute Mirror** — [Nine terrorists killed in North Waziristan operati...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/nine-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-operation-641141/) · 8 Oct 2026, 11:30 AM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed nine terrorists during intelligence-based operations in several areas of North Waziristan, according to state media. - **24 News HD** — [4 top terrorist commanders among nine killed in North Waziristan operation](https://www.24newshd.tv/08-Oct-2026/4-top-terrorist-commanders-among-nine-killed-north-waziristan-operation) · 8 Oct 2026, 11:16 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed nine militants, designated as Fitna al-Khawarij, in operations conducted in different parts of North Waziristan District, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday. ### 7 Oct 2026 — Security forces kill 18 militants in KP and Balochistan operations (17 outlets) > Most outlets reported that security forces killed 18 militants in intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, with a focus on North Waziristan and Mastung. Some outlets, like Geo News, attributed the militants to being “India-backed,” while others, such as the Associated Press of Pakistan and Business Recorder, identified them as belonging to groups named Fitna al Khwarij and Fitna al Hindustan. A few outlets, including Dawn and The Express Tribune, noted a lower number of militants killed in specific locations, but the majority emphasized the overall 18-casualty figure. Most coverage cited security sources or state media as the information’s origin. - **The Express Tribune** — [Security forces kill nine terrorists in North Waziristan operation: state media](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2633654/security-forces-kill-nine-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-operation-state-media) · 8 Oct 2026, 5:44 AM PKT > President Zardari, PM Shehbaz, Naqvi laud security forces, reaffirm resolve to eliminate terrorism - **Business Recorder** — [18 terrorists killed in KP, Balochistan operations](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40443159/18-terrorists-killed-in-kp-balochistan-operations) · 8 Oct 2026, 5:42 AM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > RAWALPINDI: Security forces have intensified operations against terrorist elements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, killing 18 terrorists in separate actions. The operations targeted terrorist hideouts and movement in North Waziristan and Mastung. The latest actions reflect the security forces’ continued efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and prevent attacks across the country. Secur... - **Pakistan Today** — [18 terrorists killed in KP, Balochistan operations](https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/10/07/18-terrorists-killed-in-kp-balochistan-operations) · 7 Oct 2026, 9:54 PM PKT · 58% identical wording to the newest filing - **Abb Takk News** — [18 militants killed in security operations across KP, Balochistan](https://abbtakk.tv/18-militants-killed-in-security-operations-across-kp-balochistan/) · 7 Oct 2026, 4:04 PM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Security forces have killed 18 militants in separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan, security sources said on Wednesday. According to the sources, the operations were conducted against what they described as Fitna al-Khawarij in KP under the Azm-e-Istehkam framework and Fitna al-Hindustan in Balochistan. In KP,... - **Daily Times** — [Security forces kill 18 militants in KP, Balochistan](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1563803/security-forces-kill-18-militants-in-kp-balochistan/) · 7 Oct 2026, 3:30 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed 18 militants during operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, security sources said. The operations targeted militant positions in North Waziristan and Mastung. Authorities also recovered weapons and ammunition from the militants’ possession. Security sources said forces targeted militant hideouts in North Waziristan and surrounding areas. They conducted the opera... - **Minute Mirror** — [Security forces kill 18 terrorists in K-P, Balochi...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/security-forces-kill-18-terrorists-in-k-p-balochistan-640756/) · 7 Oct 2026, 2:28 PM PKT · 66% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed 18 terrorists in separate operations in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan security forces kill 18 militants in operations in provinces bordering Afghanistan](https://www.arabnews.pk/pakistan/pakistan-security-forces-kill-18-militants-in-operations-in-provinces-bordering-afghanistan-3003416) · 7 Oct 2026, 12:31 PM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Security forces kill 18 terrorists in KP, Balochistan operations](https://www.app.com.pk/national/security-forces-kill-18-terrorists-in-kp-balochistan-operations/) · 7 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM PKT · 67% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed 18 terrorists belong to Fitna al Khwarij and Fitna al Hindustan in separate intelligence-based operations in North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Mastung, Balochistan, as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision and Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3. - **BOL News** — [Pakistan security forces kill 18 terrorists in separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/pakistan-security-forces-kill-18-terrorists-in-separate-operations-in-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-balochistan) · 7 Oct 2026, 11:50 AM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan security forces killed 18 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa & Balochistan operations. They recovered heavy weapons, with clearance under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3. - **Aaj News (English)** — [18 militants killed in security operations in KP, Balochistan](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475526/18-militants-killed-in-security-operations-in-kp-balochistan) · 7 Oct 2026, 11:47 AM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > At least 18 militants were killed in separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, security sources said on Wednesday. In North Waziristan, security forces killed 13 militants belonging to the India-backed Fitna Al Khawarij terrorist group during an intelligence-based operation, the sources said. The forces targeted militant hideouts in North Waziristan and surro... - **Hum News English** — [Eighteen militants killed in Mastung, North Waziristan operations: State media](https://humenglish.com/latest/eighteen-militants-killed-in-mastung-north-waziristan-operations-state-media/) · 7 Oct 2026, 11:27 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed 18 militants in two operations in Mastung, Balochistan, and North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, state media reported on Wednesday, citing security sources. Radio Pakistan reported that 13 militants were killed in an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan. Forces targeted hideouts of Fitna al-Khawarij, the state's term for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan ... - **24 News HD** — [Security forces kill 18 militants in North Waziristan and Mastung operations](https://www.24newshd.tv/07-Oct-2026/security-forces-kill-18-militants-north-waziristan-mastung-operations) · 7 Oct 2026, 11:27 AM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces have killed 18 militants in two separate intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces and recovered heavy ammunition from their custudy, the 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Wednesday. - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan security forces kill 18 terrorists in KP, Balochistan IBOs](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-security-forces-kill-18-terrorists-in-kp-balochistan-ibos) · 7 Oct 2026, 11:19 AM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security forces conducted a successful intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan under the... - **Geo News** — [18 India-backed terrorists killed in KP, Balochistan operations: security sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/685378-18-india-backed-terrorists-killed-in-kp-balochistan-operations-security-sources) · 7 Oct 2026, 11:10 AM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Security personnel stand guard in Bajaur district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. — AFP/File13 militants killed in North Waziristan operation: security sources.Militant hideouts targeted during N Waziristan operation: sourcesSecurity forces kill five terrorists in Mastung operation:... - **Dawn** — [Security forces kill 13 terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: state media](https://www.dawn.com/news/2035365/security-forces-kill-13-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo-state-media) · 7 Oct 2026, 10:45 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces eliminated thirteen terrorists in an intelligence-based operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan, state media reported on Wednesday, citing security sources. Pakistan TV said security forces “killed 13 Fitna al-Khawarij terrorists in an IBO in North Waziristan, as operations against militant groups continue under the Azm-e-Istehkam vision”. Fitna al Khawarij is a term ... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Security forces kill 13 terrorists in KP, five in Balochistan](https://pakobserver.net/security-forces-kill-13-terrorists-in-kp-five-in-balochistan/) · 7 Oct 2026, 10:29 AM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD – Security forces have eliminated 18 terrorists during separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. In North Waziristan, an… - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Pakistan forces kill 18 terrorists in KP, Balochistan operations](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/07-Oct-2026/pakistan-forces-kill-18-terrorists-in-kp-balochistan-operations) · 7 Oct 2026, 10:19 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > PESHAWAR – Security forces have killed 18 terrorists in separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. In North Waziristan, security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation as part of the Azm-e-Istehkam initiative and 13 militants were eliminated. Security sources said the movement of the terrorists had been monitored before the forces launched the operation and took […] ### 6 Oct 2026 — Security forces kill five militants in North Waziristan operation (14 outlets) > Most outlets reported that security forces killed five militants and injured two others during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan. While the framing and specific details were largely consistent, a few outlets, including 24 News HD, Aaj News, Abb Takk News, and the Associated Press of Pakistan, identified the militants as "Fitna al-Khwarij" or "Khwarij," while others used more neutral terms like "terrorists" or "militants." Geo News and Minute Mirror uniquely described the militants as "India-backed." - **The Express Tribune** — [Security forces kill 18 terrorists in K-P, Balochistan operations: state media](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2633442/security-forces-kill-13-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-operation-state-media) · 7 Oct 2026, 4:59 AM PKT > Police foil attack on Shadipur police post in Kohat, four personnel sustain injuries - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Security forces kill 5 terrorists in North Waziristan](https://www.app.com.pk/national/security-forces-kill-5-terrorists-in-north-waziristan/) · 6 Oct 2026, 12:59 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed five Khwarij terrorists and injured two others during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan. - **24 News HD** — [Five terrorists eliminated in North Waziristan operation](https://www.24newshd.tv/06-Oct-2026/five-terrorists-eliminated-north-waziristan-operation) · 6 Oct 2026, 12:58 PM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing > The security forces personnel have sent five Fitna al-Khwarij terrorists to hell, and injured two others during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan District, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday. - **Dawn** — [Security forces kill 5 terrorists in North Waziristan IBO: state media](https://www.dawn.com/news/2035139/security-forces-kill-5-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-ibo-state-media) · 6 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM PKT · 61% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces on Tuesday killed five terrorists in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported. Two terrorists were injured in the operation, it said. Forces targeted hideouts of the terrorists, who belonged to Fitna al-Khawarij, according to security sources. Fitna al Khawarij is a term the state uses for terrorists belonging to the ba... - **Daily Times** — [Security forces kill five militants in North Waziristan operation](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1563302/security-forces-kill-five-militants-in-north-waziristan-operation/) · 6 Oct 2026, 12:07 PM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed five militants during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, security sources said on Tuesday. Two other militants were also wounded during the operation, according to the sources. Read More: Three India-backed terrorists killed in DI Khan The operation targeted suspected hideouts of Fitna al-Khawarij in North Waziristan and surrounding areas. Security perso... - **BOL News** — [Five militants killed, two wounded in North Waziristan security operation](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/five-militants-killed-two-wounded-in-north-waziristan-security-operation) · 6 Oct 2026, 12:04 PM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing > Five militants were killed and two wounded in a security operation in North Waziristan as Pakistan intensifies efforts to combat rising militant attacks. - **Minute Mirror** — [Five terrorists killed in North Waziristan operati...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/five-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-operation-640256/) · 6 Oct 2026, 11:51 AM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed five terrorists and wounded two others during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, security sources said on Tuesday. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Five Fitna Al Khawarij militants killed in North Waziristan operation](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330475390/five-fitna-al-khawarij-militants-killed-in-north-waziristan-operation) · 6 Oct 2026, 11:35 AM PKT · 49% identical wording to the newest filing > At least five Fitna Al Khawarij militants were killed and two others wounded in an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, security sources said on Tuesday. The operation targeted militant hideouts in North Waziristan and surrounding areas after security forces kept their movements under surveillance, the sources said. The forces remain committed to eliminating terrorism and establish... - **Hum News English** — [Five militants killed in North Waziristan operation, security sources say](https://humenglish.com/latest/five-militants-killed-in-north-waziristan-operation-security-sources-say/) · 6 Oct 2026, 11:34 AM PKT · 53% identical wording to the newest filing > Security forces killed five militants and wounded two others in an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, security sources said on Tuesday. The sources said the operation followed the monitoring of militants' movements, and that their hideouts in North Waziristan and surrounding areas were targeted. They described the militants as linked to what the state calls Fitna al-Khawarij, its... - **Geo News** — [Five India-backed terrorists killed, two injured in North Waziristan: security sources](https://www.geo.tv/latest/685201-five-india-backed-terrorists-killed-two-injured-in-north-waziristan-security-sources) · 6 Oct 2026, 11:30 AM PKT · 61% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan Army personnel can be seen patrolling in this undated image. — Reuters/FileForces committed to eliminating terrorism: sources.PM, president vow continuous action against militants.PM hails security forces for foiling terrorists' designs.Security forces killed five... - **Abb Takk News** — [Security forces kill five Khawarij in North Waziristan](https://abbtakk.tv/security-forces-kill-five-khawarij-in-north-waziristan/) · 6 Oct 2026, 11:25 AM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Five Khawarij have been killed and two others injured during an intelligence based operation by security forces in North Waziristan. Security sources report that forces have successfully targeted the hideouts of Fitna al-Khawarij in North Waziristan and nearby regions. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif... - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Five terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/06-Oct-2026/five-terrorists-killed-in-intelligence-based-operation-in-north-waziristan) · 6 Oct 2026, 10:43 AM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing > PESHAWAR – Five terrorists were killed and two others injured during a security operation in North Waziristan, according to security sources. The operation was conducted after security personnel tracked the activities of militants in the region. Forces subsequently moved against suspected militant positions in North Waziristan and adjoining areas, the sources said. The reported casualties […] - **ARY News (English)** — [Five terrorists killed in North Waziristan strike: security sources](https://arynews.tv/five-terrorists-killed-in-north-waziristan-strike-security-sources) · 6 Oct 2026, 10:38 AM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing > According to the sources, the operation was conducted on the basis of intelligence information. The terrorists were targeted... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Security forces kill five terrorists in North Waziristan operation](https://pakobserver.net/security-forces-kill-five-terrorists-in-north-waziristan-operation/) · 6 Oct 2026, 10:34 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > PESHAWAR – Security forces have killed five terrorists and injured two others during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan. The… ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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