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Nine Terrorists Killed in Hangu Operation, Police Officer Shot in the Leg

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Police and security forces launched a joint operation in Hangu's Zargari Shinawari area following intelligence about terrorists. The operation resulted in the killing of nine terrorists and three security officers, including a district police officer, being injured in the crossfire. The injured officers, DPO Mohammad Khalid Khan and Doaba SHO Nabi Khan, are undergoing treatment at the Kohat Combined Military Hospital.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nine terrorists were killed in the joint operation conducted by police and security forces in Hangu's Zargari Shinawari area.
  • Three security officers, including Hangu District Police Officer (DPO) Mohammad Khalid Khan, were injured in the crossfire, with DPO Khan being shot in the leg.
  • The operation was successful, with security forces fighting bravely and killing five terrorists.
  • The terrorists were involved in militant activities and were in the area to sabotage peace and stability.
  • The government and security forces have pledged to continue their fight against terrorism, with the KP IGP saying that law enforcement agencies are determined to root out terrorism.
  • The chief minister and interior minister have appreciated the bravery and determination of the police officers involved in the operation.
  • President Zardari and PM Shehbaz Sharif have also commended the police forces for killing nine Khawarij in the security operation.

Statistics:

  • 9 terrorists killed in the Hangu operation.
  • 3 security officers injured, including DPO Mohammad Khalid Khan.
  • 45% increase in terrorist-related deaths over the past year, with 1,081 deaths reported in 2025 (Global Terrorism Index 2025).
  • 2 terrorists killed and 2 injured in a separate operation in Dera Ismail Khan on June 21.
  • 2 policemen martyred and 2 injured in a suicide attack on May 2023 (Peshawar, KP).
  • KP has seen an increasing trend of terrorism-related incidents.

Sources:

  • Police statement issued on Saturday, confirming the operation and the casualties.
  • Statement from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General of Police Zulfiqar Hameed.
  • Statement from Kohat Regional Police Officer DIG Abbas Majeed.
  • Prime Minister's Office statement, issued on Saturday, praising the bravery of the police officers.
  • Presidency statement from President Asif Ali Zardari.

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