Pakistan's security forces say they have killed five suspected militants, including a key commander, during an intelligence-based operation in Panjgur district of Balochistan.
According to security sources, the operation was carried out in the Sarkini and Chedgi areas after intelligence reports indicated the presence of militants linked to what Pakistani authorities describe as the Fitna al-Hindustan network.
Officials say weapons and ammunition were recovered following the operation, while a sanitisation operation is continuing in the surrounding area to search for additional militants and possible facilitators.
The reported operation comes amid continued counterterrorism activity across Balochistan, where security forces have stepped up intelligence-led operations against militant networks.
Pakistani authorities describe the targeted group as an India-backed network, although that characterization is an allegation from Pakistani officials and has not been independently established in the available reporting.
Security forces remain deployed in the area as the search operation continues.
The latest development highlights the ongoing security challenges in Balochistan, where militant violence and counterterrorism operations remain a persistent concern.
Authorities say efforts will continue to identify remaining threats, disrupt militant networks, and prevent further attacks in the region.
