Six terrorists gunned down in N Waziristan IBO: ISPR.

RAWALPINDI -- The security forces eliminated on Wednesday six militants in an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in North Waziristan's general area Datakhel, a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.

According to the military's media wing, six terrorists were killed during an intense exchange of fire on March 8.

The forces also recovered weapons and ammunition from the killed terrorists, said that statement, adding that the slain terrorists remained actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces and civilians.

"Locals of the area appreciated the security forces' response and expressed their full support to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the area," added the statement.

Last week, one terrorist was killed during an IBO conducted by the security forces in North Waziristan. The terrorist was gunned down after an intense fire exchange.

Weapons and ammunition from the killed terrorist who, as per the ISPR, remained...

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