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GROUP OF KHAWARIJ WAS SPECIFICALLY INFILTRATING ON THE BEHEST OF THEIR ‘FOREIGN MASTERS’ TO UNDERTAKE HIGH-PROFILE TERRORIST ACTIVITIES: ISPR STATEMENT
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S many 54 terrorists were killed by the security forces while attempting to infiltrate Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s North Waziristan district, the military’s media wing said on Sunday. In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, “This is the highestever number of khwarij killed by security forces in a single engagement throughout the campaign against terrorism.” “On night 25/26 and 26/27 April 2025, the movement of a large group of khwarij, who were trying to infiltrate through Pakistan-Afghanistan border, was detected by the security forces in general area of Hassan Khel, North Waziristan District.” “Our own troops effectively engaged and thwarted their attempt to infiltrate. As a result of precise and skilful engagement, all 54 khawarij have been sent to hell,” the statement added. The ISPR added that a large cache of
weapons, ammunition and explosives was also recovered from the slain khawarij, a term the state uses to refer to terrorists. “Intelligence reports indicate that this group of khawarij was specifically infiltrating on the behest of their ‘foreign masters’ to undertake high-profile terrorist activities inside Pakistan”, the ISPR statement read. Referring to India’s “baseless accusations against Pakistan”, it added that such actions by Fitna al Khwarij — a term the state uses to refer to the banned TTP — “clearly implies on whose cues FAK (Fitna al Khwarij) is operating”. “Such actions amount to treason and betrayal against the state and its citizens,” said the press release. Mentioning the National Security Council meeting that took place earlier this week to discuss a response to India downgrading diplomatic ties with Pakistan, including the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, the ISPR highlighted how “distracting Pakistan’s security forces from their focus on the war against terror seems to be the strategic intent of India to allow a breathing space to FAK which is
reeling from the onslaught of our Armed Forces resolute offensive against them”. The ISPR commended “the exceptional professionalism, vigilance, and preparedness” demonstrated by security forces in preventing a “potential catastrophe”. It asserted that the security forces of Pakistan “remain resolute and unwavering in their commitment to defend the nation’s frontiers and to eradicate the menace of terrorism.” “Such bold and decisive actions further strengthen our collective resolve and underscore that Pakistan is winning the war against terrorism while achieving significant successes against terrorists”, the press release said. A day earlier, the ISPR reported that two soldiers were martyred and 15 terrorists killed in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. A statement said the intelligence-based operations (IBO) were conducted on Friday and Saturday, and that eight terrorists were “sent to hell” after troops engaged them at their location during an IBO in Karak district.
Sikh not to allow Indian Army pass through Punjab: Pannun NEW YORK
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Khalistan Movement leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, expressing solidarity with Pakistan, said that they would not allow the Indian Army to pass through Punjab to attack Pakistan. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in a video statement from the United States said, “We will not allow the Indian Army to pass through Punjab
to attack Pakistan.” He said India does not have the courage to attack Pakistan. He emphasized they stand firmly with the people of Pakistan. “We, twenty million Sikhs, stand with Pakistan like a brick wall,” he asserted. He further said the oppression of minorities, especially Sikhs, in India is evident to all. “This is neither 1965 nor 1971; this is 2025,” Gurpatwant Singh Pannun said.
Pannun warned, “Whoever attacks does not survive — be it Indira Gandhi, Narendra Modi, or Amit Shah.” He pledged that they would bring Modi, Ajit Doval, Amit Shah, and Jaishankar to justice under international law. He also claimed that in Pahalgam, India killed its own Hindus to serve political interests. “The attack was aimed at political gains and securing votes,” he maintained.
According to security sources, India had deployed INS Vikrant to the northern Arabian Sea on April 23 in response to the escalating situation between the two countries. However, following continuous and effective surveillance by the Pakistan Navy, the Indian carrier withdrew. Satellite imagery confirmed that
the INS Vikrant returned to its home port in Karwar after spending a few days at sea. The deployment and subsequent withdrawal underline the growing military posturing between the nuclear-armed neighbours. Neither Pakistan nor India has officially commented on the reported movement of the aircraft carrier.
tral Committee and Foreign Minister of China, Wang Yi and briefed him on the current regional situation. “They agreed to maintain close communication and coordination at all levels to advance their shared objectives of peace, security, and sustainable development in the region and beyond,” Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. The DPM/FM categorically rejected India’s unilateral and illegal actions, as well as its baseless prop-
aganda against Pakistan. Expressing deep appreciation for China’s consistent and unwavering support, he reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to the iron-clad Pakistan-China friendship and the shared vision of an all-weather strategic cooperative partnership. Dar also emphasized Pakistan’s determination to further deepen bilateral cooperation across all spheres. Earlier on Saturday, DPM Dar made a series of diplomatic calls to brotherly and friendly nations to brief them on the evolving situation in the region after India’s unilateral escalating moves and provocation. FM Dar held separate meetings with Chinese Ambassador and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott and made telephonic calls to Turkish, Egyptian and Azerbaijan counterparts to take them into confidence on the situation arising in the backdrop of Indian allegations against Pakistan following the killing of 26 tourists in a militant attack in Pahalgam in the Indian-Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) on April 22.
Pakistan Navy forces Indian aircraft carrier to retreat in Arabian Sea KARACHI
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Amid rising tensions between Pakistan and India, the Pakistan Navy’s vigilant patrolling operations reportedly forced the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant to retreat from near Pakistani waters.
Pakistan, China reaffirm resolve to regional peace, oppose unilateralism
ISLAMABAD STAFF REPORT
Pakistan and China on Sunday reiterated their firm resolve to uphold regional peace and stability, promote mutual respect and understanding, and jointly oppose unilateralism and hegemonic policies. Deputy Prime Minister / Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Cen-
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Movement of Khawarij killed by forces was part of broader plot to destabilize Pakistan: Naqvi ISLAMABAD
STAFF REPORT
Federal Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday hailed the security forces for a major counterterrorism success, revealing that 54 Khawarij terrorists were eliminated during a meticulously planned operation in North Waziristan. Addressing a press conference here, the minister disclosed that the security forces had received credible intelligence indicating that a group of terrorists was attempting to infiltrate Pakistan from Afghanistan. Acting on this information,
the forces allowed the group to cross the border before launching a coordinated attack from three sides, resulting in the elimination of all 54 militants. “This is the largest number of terrorists killed in a single operation so far. Until today, such a significant blow to terrorism had not been achieved at once,” Naqvi stated. He added that intelligence agencies had intercepted communications days prior, confirming that the terrorists’ foreign handlers were pushing them to enter Pakistan urgently and carry out attacks. Enhanced border security measures had been put in place accordingly.