10 Terrorists Attack Bannu Cantonment in Pakistan, 8 Soldiers Killed
A group of 10 terrorists attacked the Bannu cantonment in Pakistan on Monday, leading to the deaths of eight Pakistani soldiers. The terrorists, from the Hafiz Gul Bahadur group, used a vehicle filled with explosives to breach the cantonment wall, causing widespread destruction.
Security Forces’ Response
Security forces engaged in a clearance operation and successfully killed all 10 terrorists. The soldiers who lost their lives include Naib Subidar Muhammad Shehzad, Havaldar Zal Hussain, Havaldar Shehzad Ahmed, Sepoy Ashfaq Hussain, Sepoy Subhan Majeed, Sepoy Imtiaz Khan, Sepoy Arsalan Aslam, and Lance Naik Sabz Ali of FC.
Background
The Hafiz Gul Bahadur group, which operates from Afghanistan, has been responsible for previous terrorist activities in Pakistan. The Pakistani military has called on the Afghan interim government to take effective action against such elements. The armed forces remain committed to defending the country and its people against terrorism.
