The security forces Wednesday killed of 12 more terrorists in Balochistan’s Mach city, taking the death toll of militants to 22, as the country witnesses a rise in terrorism.
The sources said the operation that began on January 30 thwarted terrorists’ attacks, while a clearance operation was still underway in the restive province’s city.
The security forces had killed nine terrorists on Jan 30 — including three suicide bombers — and injured three in retaliatory actions following multiple terrorist attacks in Balochistan’s Mach and Kolpur towns.
The incidents come just days before the February 8 national elections, turning the situation volatile, as political actors and parties have also been targeted during electioneering.
As the forces clamp down on terrorists in the province, four security personnel also killed along with two civilians on Jan 30.
