Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has commended security forces for foiling the terrorist attack on Turbat Naval Air Base.
In a statement, he acknowledged that due to timely and effective action of security forces, the terrorists were neutralized, preventing a potentially significant loss.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan's unwavering commitment to eradicating the menace of terrorism. He emphasized that the entire nation stands firmly behind its courageous security forces.
Security forces have thwarted a terrorist attack on Pakistan Naval Base Siddique in Turbat. According to the ISPR, the security forces in the vicinity were immediately mobilized to support the naval troops. Synergetic and effective response by the armed forces enabled killing of all four terrorists in ensuing joint clearance operation.
The swift and effective response by the troops ensured the safety and security of personnel and assets.
However, during intense fire exchange, Sepoy Noman Fareed of Frontier Corps Balochistan, having fought gallantly, embraced shahadat.
Sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other terrorist in the area.
In its statement, the ISPR reaffirmed armed forces' commitment to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country at all costs.
