Hangu: Seven khwarij, linked to the Indian-sponsored Fitna Al Khwarij, were killed by security forces in an intelligence-based operation in the Hangu District.

According to Radio Pakistan, the operation saw troops effectively engage the khwarij's location. In a desperate move, the khwarij sought refuge inside a mosque, disregarding the place's sanctity.

During the intense exchange of fire, Captain Hamza Akram, who was leading his troops in pursuit of the khwarij, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced shahadat. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the killed khwarij, who were involved in numerous terrorist activities against Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies, including the killing of civilians.

A sanitization operation is underway to eliminate any remaining Indian-sponsored kharij in the area.