CTD arrests key terrorist Commander
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The Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) has apprehended the Commander of a banned extremist organization in Sukkur. According to a spokesperson from the CTD, the captured individual, identified as Farooq Shah, held the position of the head of the banned outfit's provincial student wing. He had been sought after in connection with seven prominent terrorism cases.
This apprehension is a significant development, given that the arrested terrorist's name was listed in the Red Book, indicating his involvement in numerous abduction cases. During the operation, law enforcement recovered one pistol and a cache of bullets from the accused, and an ongoing investigation is in progress to gather further information.
In a separate incident, a tragic attack occurred on the Pak-Afghan border in Chitral, resulting in the martyrdom of four Pakistan Army soldiers and the elimination of 12 terrorists.
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) released a statement detailing the attack, explaining that a substantial contingent of terrorists, armed with advanced weaponry, launched an assault on two military checkpoints. Intelligence had indicated terrorist movements in the Nuristan and Kunar provinces of Afghanistan. Swift and effective action by the security forces ultimately led to the elimination of 12 terrorists.
These recent events underscore the critical importance of continued vigilance and cooperation among security agencies to combat terrorism and protect the nation from threats emanating both internally and externally. The dedication and bravery exhibited by law enforcement and military personnel in these operations are a testament to their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the peace and security of the region.
