Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)

An army major was martyred during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan's Razmak area, where five terrorists linked to Fitna al Khawarij were killed. Security forces recovered weapons and ammunition, and ongoing operations aim to eliminate India-sponsored terrorists. Pakistan's counter-terrorism efforts under the 'Azm-i-Istehkam' vision continue to target foreign-sponsored terrorism.

Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces, emphasized the steadfast Pakistan-China friendship during a ceremony commemorating the 99th anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong and military officials attended, with both sides reaffirming mutual trust and strategic cooperation in regional stability and development.

Security forces killed 32 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan through joint operations targeting India-sponsored groups Fitna-al-Khawarij (TTP) and Fitna-al-Hindustan. Operations included area sanitization and targeted strikes, recovering weapons and explosives, as part of a broader counter-terrorism campaign.

General Aamer Raza met with Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Asim Munir in Rawalpindi after being appointed Commander of the National Strategic Command (CNSC). The CNSC role was established via the 27th Constitutional Amendment, restructuring military command to shift nuclear management responsibilities from the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), a position abolished.

Security forces in Pakistan’s South Waziristan district killed four terrorists, including a suicide bomber, after foiling an attack on a checkpost. A prior attack in Tank district resulted in 15 deaths, including 14 security personnel, as violence in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has surged, according to the 2025 Annual Security Report.

Security forces killed three more terrorists in a Balochistan operation, raising the total to 13. The operation, dubbed Operation Al-Azm, targets groups labeled 'Fitna al-Hindustan' by the government, which accuses India of involvement in regional terrorism. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the security forces' actions.

A terrorist attack on a joint police checkpost in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Tank district killed 15 people, including 14 security personnel. The attack, attributed to Fitna-al-Khawarij (linked to banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan), involved an explosive-laden vehicle and resulted in significant infrastructure damage. Security forces eliminated 12 attackers and are conducting a sanitization operation.

Security forces in Balochistan killed 10 terrorists and apprehended two female suicide bombers and their facilitator during operations in Surab and Mastung districts. The operations targeted the 'terrorist nexus' of 'Fitna-al-Hindustan' and 'Fitna-al-Khawarij', with weapons and explosives recovered.

Three excise officials were kidnapped after an attack on their checkpost on the Dalbandin–Taftan Highway in Balochistan's Chagai district by unidentified armed men. The attackers took two official vehicles and weapons, prompting a search and investigation by police. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Balochistan, where terrorist activities and kidnappings have surged.

Three more terrorists were killed during Operation Shaban in Balochistan, bringing the total to 88. The operation, launched after a deadly attack on a police post in Ziarat, involves joint efforts by army, Frontier Corps, and police. Balochistan has seen a surge in terrorist attacks and kidnappings, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pledging to end terrorism.

Pakistan Air Force Group Captain Asim Tariq, who died saving a woman from a suspect, was honored with full military funeral rites. The suspect, arrested within nine hours, had attempted to abduct the woman, who worked at a cash and carry outlet with him.

A terrorist involved in the attack on a Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) Camp in Karachi revealed he was trained in Afghanistan and identified as part of Jamaatul Ahrar (JuA). The attack killed three security personnel, with three terrorists killed and one arrested. The arrested attacker, Usman Ali, disclosed details about the group's training, weapons sourcing, and the roles of accomplices in the assault.

Eight terrorists were killed in two intelligence operations in Balochistan's Kharan and Mastung districts on June 25-26, conducted by Pakistani security forces targeting the group Fitna al Hindustan. Weapons, explosives, and motorbikes were recovered during the operations, which are part of a counter-terrorism campaign against foreign-sponsored terrorism. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces for the operations.

A Pakistan Air Force trainer aircraft crashed near Mardan, resulting in the deaths of both pilots. The incident occurred during a routine training mission, and a board of inquiry has been established to investigate the cause. Previous military aircraft crashes in Pakistan are also mentioned.

Security forces in Pakistan's North Waziristan killed 21 terrorists, including four alleged ring leaders of the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), during intelligence-based operations over 72 hours. Additional incidents in Bannu district involved the death of a militant commander and two others, while militants damaged a bridge and mosque in Miryan Road.

Pakistani security forces killed 21 terrorists in North Waziristan's Miranshah area over 72 hours, targeting members of the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and its affiliates. The operations, part of a broader counterterrorism campaign, resulted in the deaths of four high-ranking TTP leaders and a total of 48 terrorists since the campaign began.

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir met with Turkish Land Forces commander General Metin Tokel to discuss enhanced bilateral defense cooperation, regional security dynamics, and cultural ties. The meeting included visits to Pakistan's Naval and Air Headquarters, where maritime and air cooperation were addressed. General Tokel praised the professionalism of Pakistan's armed forces and expressed commitment to strengthening defense partnerships.

A Pakistan Army Mi-17 helicopter crashed near Muzaffarabad during take-off due to a technical fault, resulting in no survivors. Rescue teams reached the site, and a board of inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause. Military leaders expressed grief over the loss of personnel.

Bahrain's National Guard commander met with Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces to discuss enhancing military collaboration, regional security, and defense technologies. The visit included separate meetings with Pakistan's naval and air chiefs, focusing on maritime security, modernization efforts, and emerging technologies. Both nations expressed satisfaction with their longstanding relationship and interest in expanding cooperation.

Security forces killed 27 terrorists in Miranshah, North Waziristan, during a 72-hour operation, according to ISPR. The operation targeted 'India-sponsored Fitna al Khawarij' (linked to TTP) and avenged the killing of tribal elder Shaheed Malik Saifullah Dawar. Sanitization efforts and counter-terrorism campaigns continue in the region.

Security forces in Pakistan killed six terrorists linked to the Indian proxy group Fitna al Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan's Panjgur district. The operation, conducted by the military's ISPR, resulted in the recovery of weapons, ammunition, and explosives, with President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commending the security forces for the success.