US Edition12 terrorists killed as forces fight off multiple attacks in Balochistan's Kharan
Security forces killed 12 militants during a raid that rescued hostages and recovered 3.4 million PKR looted from banks in a separatist-linked attack, officials said.
- On January 17, 2026, Pakistani security forces killed 12 militants after assaults on two banks and a police station in Kharan town, Balochistan province, the military said.
- Amid a long-running insurgency in Balochistan, separatist groups and the Pakistani Taliban have repeatedly targeted security forces and civilians, fueling persistent insecurity across the province.
- Around 15-20 attackers stormed two banks and a police station, looting 3.4 million PKR on January 15, and personnel hostage were later rescued unharmed during a clean-up operation.
- Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised security forces for killing militants, while a sanitisation operation is underway in Kharan amid this year’s biggest terror attack in the province.
- The military identified the attackers as 'Fitna al-Hindustan', linking them to the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army, and claimed India backed them without evidence; India denies support.
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12 terrorists killed as forces fight off multiple attacks in Balochistan's Kharan
At least a dozen terrorists were killed by security forces after they launched coordinated attacks on government and commercial buildings in northwestern Balochistan, the military’s media wing said on Friday, adding that a hostage-taking attempt by the attackers was also thwarted. Around 15 to 20 terrorists affiliated with India-sponsored Fitna al-Hindustan carried out multiple attacks in Kharan City, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) s…
Pakistani security forces kill 12 militants in Balochistan, prevent hostage-takingPakistani security forces have repelled a militant attack in Balochistan, killing 12 attackers who were trying to take hostages at a police station. The terrorists stole millions of rupees from banks but were killed in a gunfight.
12 militants killed as security forces foil attacks in Balochistan
Security forces killed at least 12 terrorists after successfully repelling coordinated attacks in Kharan city, Balochistan. The attackers targeted government buildings and commercial establishments, including the city police station and two major banks. Authorities said a hostage-taking attempt was also foiled due to the swift response of security personnel. Officials reported that 15 to 20 armed militants carried out the attacks. During the ass…
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