Two Pakistan Army soldiers martyred in South Waziristan attack

RAWALPINDI: Two Pakistan Army soldiers were martyred in a terrorist attack in South Waziristan on Tuesday, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

The military’s media wing said terrorists fired upon security forces in Sararogha area of the tribal district. The troops promptly retaliated to the attack, it added.

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During the intense exchange of fire, two soldiers embraced martyrdom. They have been identified as 26-year-old Lance Naik Umar Ali Khan, a resident of Bannu, and 23-year-old Sepoy Muhammad Siraj ud Din, a resident of DI Khan.

An operation was launched in the area to clear it of terrorists.

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“Pakistan Army is determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve,” the ISPR said.