Rawalpindi: On 25-26 December 2024, 13 terrorists were sent killed in three separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.According to the statement issued by the ISPR, on reported presence of terrorists, an intelligence based operation was conducted by the Security Forces in general area Jani Khel, Bannu District. During the conduct of operation, own troops effectively engaged the terrorists' location and resultantly, two terrorists were killed.Another intelligence based operation was conducted in North Waziristan District. In ensuing fire exchange, five terrorists were effectively neutralised by security forces, while eight terrorists got injured.However, during intense exchange of fire, Major Muhammad Awais (age: 31 years, resident of District Narowal), a brave officer, who was leading his troops from the front, having fought gallantly, paid the ultimate sacrifice and embraced Shahadat.In a third encounter that took place in South Waziristan District, own troops successfully neutralised six t errorists, while eight terrorists were injured.Sanitization operations are being carried out to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area, as security forces of Pakistan are determined to wipe-out the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthens our resolve.