Two Terrorists Killed, Police Constable Martyred in Lakki Marwat Gun Battle

In a significant counter-terrorism operation in Lakki Marwat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, law enforcement forces successfully neutralized two terrorists, including a commander identified as Amir Sohail alias Umar Khitab. The operation, however, came at a tragic cost, with police constable Attiqur Rehman embracing martyrdom in the ensuing gun battle.

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The exchange of fire continued for some time, resulting in the neutralisation and killing of two terrorists.

According to District police spokesperson Qudratullah Khan, the exchange of fire erupted when police conducted a targeted raid in a forest near the Khundan area. The operation was based on credible intelligence indicating the presence of Fitna-al-Khawarij terrorists, a designation used by the state for the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

While two terrorists were killed and several others reportedly injured and escaped, the martyrdom of Constable Rehman underscores the persistent dangers faced by security forces in the region. The escape of injured terrorists, aided by darkness and the dense forest, highlights the challenges of operating in such environments.

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police constable Attiqur Rehman was also martyred in the exchange of fire.

The article from Dawn notes the broader context of rising violence in KP, citing the Annual Security Report 2025 from the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS). This report indicates a significant surge in fatalities in the province, with a substantial increase in overall violence. The ongoing large-scale search operation, involving police and CTD commandos, reflects the authorities' commitment to pursuing and apprehending the remaining militants, aiming to restore peace and security to the region.

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A large-scale search operation by a heavy contingent of police and CTD commandos, backed by APCs, is underway in the area to arrest fleeing terrorists.