QUETTA, Balochistan: Security forces killed three more militants in Operation Shaban, raising the toll to 88, security sources said Wednesday.
The Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps and Balochistan Police are jointly conducting the operation across the province. Security sources said forces used aerial and ground actions to strike militant hideouts.
They said 126 militants had died in Operation Shaban and other intelligence-based operations in Balochistan since July 5. The operation began after militants attacked the Mangi Dam police station in Ziarat.
Operation Shaban Update: Pakistani security forces have eliminated 128 terrorists so far since 5th July. pic.twitter.com/VCTpa25E3t
— The Blank Page Official (@PageBlank) July 15, 2026Security sources said forces recovered submachine guns, rocket launchers, mobile phones and ammunition from killed militants.
Inter-Services Public Relations Director General Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said militants attacked the Mangi checkpoint last week.
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He said police personnel fought back and killed 15 attackers in the first exchange. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Quetta after the attacks and pledged support for the families of slain personnel.
Security sources said Operation Shaban would continue across Balochistan until forces eliminate the militants involved in attacks.
