Islamabad: A counter-terror operation by security forces in Hangu has resulted in the death of nine terrorists and injuries to four officers, including the District Police Officer (DPO) and a Station House Officer (SHO).The operation was launched following intelligence regarding the presence of terrorists the region.The offensive, described as large-scale and ongoing, began in areas including Zargari and Shinwari, where terrorists had reportedly taken refuge in mountainous terrain. Authorities imposed a curfew across the district, with additional deployments of security forces positioned at key locations to prevent any further militant movement or retaliation.According to police officials, a fierce gun battle erupted in Shinwari during which DPO Muhammad Khalid and SHO Doaba Police Station, Nabi Jan, were wounded. Both were rushed to the District Headquarters Hospital for immediate treatment. Hospital authorities confirmed that DPO Khalid sustained four bullet wounds and has since been moved to Peshawa r for further care, while SHO Nabi Jan suffered minor injuries.The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and Frontier Corps (FC) have expanded the operation to flush out remaining militant elements. The police spokesperson confirmed that multiple terrorists were injured, and the crackdown would continue until all threats were neutralised.Inspector General of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, Zulfiqar Hameed, stated that DPO Khalid was actively leading the operation when he was injured. He added that Khalid's condition is stable and not life-threatening. 'I have spoken to him - his morale remains high. The fight against terrorism will carry on with full resolve,' he said.President Asif Ali Zardari has commended the security forces for eliminating the terrorists during the operation. He prayed for the speedy recovery of DPO Khalid and SHO Nabi Jan. 'Terrorists aim to destabilise peace, which will not be allowed. The nation stands united, and terrorism will be defeated at all costs,' said the President, adding that the state would continue to act with full force against extremist elements.Meanwhile Interior Minister Senator Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi held a telephonic conversation with DPO Hangu, Muhammad Khalid, who was injured during an operation against terrorists in Hangu. The Interior Minister inquired about his well-being and lauded his courage. DPO Muhammad Khalid had sustained three bullet wounds during the operation.Mohsin Naqvi said, 'Under your leadership, the police team bravely killed nine terrorists.' The Interior Minister paid tribute to DPO Muhammad Khalid and his entire team for bringing the terrorists to a dreadful end. He also prayed for the swift recovery of the injured DPO Muhammad Khalid and SHO Nabi Khan, stating, 'You are the pride of the nation and we are proud of you.'