Three terrorists were killed in in intelligence based operation in Tirah area of Khyber district on Monday.

The security forces led by Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Hassan Haider effectively engaged the terrorists' location during which three terrorists were also injured.

However, during intense exchange of fire, four brave sons of soil including Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad Hassan Haider, Naik Khushdil Khan, Naik Rafique Khan and Lance Naik Abdul Qadir having fought gallantly embraced martyrdom.

Sanitization operation is being carried out to eliminate any terrorists found in the area.

Security forces of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve.