Security Forces Kill 9 Terrorists, Including Ring Leader, in IBO: ISPR

News Desk

Rawalpindi: Security forces killed nine Khawarij terrorists, including the high-value target and ring leader Shireen, during an Intelligence-Based Operation (IBO) in the general area of Takwara, Dera Ismail Khan district, on Sunday night.

According to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release, Pakistani forces effectively engaged the terrorist location, leading to an intense firefight. Following the exchange, nine terrorists, including the notorious ring leader Shireen, were killed. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from the slain terrorists.

Shireen, a key figure in the terrorist group, was highly sought after by law enforcement agencies for his involvement in numerous attacks, including the target killing of innocent civilians. He was also responsible for the martyrdom of Captain Hasnain Akhtar on March 20, 2025.

The press release stated that today’s operation has avenged this heinous act and brought the main perpetrator to justice. A sanitization operation is ongoing in the area to ensure the elimination of any remaining terrorists.