RAWALPINDI: A sepoy of the Frontier Corps Balochistan embraced martyrdom while four terrorists were killed during a swift and effective response of the security forces to the terrorists’ attack on the Pakistan Naval Base and the Navy Ship PNS Siddique in Turbat while ensuring the safety and security of the personnel and assets.
According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the terrorists attempted to attack the Naval Base on the night of March 25th and 26th.
However, the security forces in the vicinity were immediately mobilised to support the naval troops. “Synergetic & effective response by the armed forces enabled killing of all four terrorists in ensuing joint clearance operation,” the ISPR said.
The martyred soldier was identified as 24-years old Sepoy Noman Fareed resident of Muzaffargarh of Frontier Corps Balochistan, having fought gallantly, embraced, shahadat, during intense exchange of fire.
“Sanitization operation is being conducted to eliminate any other terrorist found in the area. Pakistan Armed Forces remain committed to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country at all costs,” the ISPR said.
On the other hand, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif appreciated the security forces for thwarting a terrorist attack on Turbat naval airbase.
Due to a prompt and effective response by the security forces, terrorists were sent to hell, thus saving the country from a huge damage.
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The prime minister also expressed the resolve to crush the specter of terrorism. The entire nation was standing with their brave security forces and paid tribute to them, he added.
