Security Forces successfully neutralized four terrorists belonging to the “Fitna al-Khwarij” group during a high-stakes intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Lakki Marwat District on the night of February 18/19, 2026.
Acting on credible reports of militant presence, troops moved to intercept the Khwarij—identified as proxies of external foreign interests. The encounter resulted in an intense exchange of fire, during which four militants were killed. Security Forces recovered a significant cache of weapons and ammunition from the site.
Four terrorists of Fitna al Khwarij were killed during an intelligence based operation by the Security Forces in Lakki Marwat last night@OfficialDGISPR @PakistanFauj #RadioPakistan #news https://t.co/BC7w1vs09X pic.twitter.com/x8cBiBJs1q
— Radio Pakistan (@RadioPakistan) February 19, 2026
The neutralized individuals were reportedly involved in numerous terrorist activities targeting both civilians and law enforcement in the region. This operation is part of the broader “Azm-e-Istehkam” vision, a comprehensive counter-terrorism campaign recently approved by the Federal Apex Committee under the National Action Plan.
A sanitization operation is currently underway to ensure the area is cleared of any remaining threats. Military and Law Enforcement Agencies have reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a relentless pace in wiping out foreign-sponsored terrorism to ensure the sovereignty and safety of Pakistan.
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