In a deadly attack on a security post in Upper Dir, six soldiers were martyred, and four others were injured, according to official sources. The attack took place in the Shahi Kot area, located in the Kharas Soni Dara region, where militants ambushed the security forces post early in the morning.
The attack triggered a fierce exchange of fire between the security forces and militants, lasting for several hours. Official reports indicate that six soldiers, including a senior officer, lost their lives in the gunfight, while four other personnel sustained injuries. The injured soldiers have been immediately shifted to a nearby military hospital for medical treatment, and their condition is said to be stable.
Following the attack, security forces launched an extensive search operation in the surrounding areas to hunt down the militants responsible. The operation, which began in the Shahi Kot area, is continuing with the help of intelligence agencies. The forces are conducting house-to-house searches and have cordoned off several suspected hideouts.
The Pakistan Army and local law enforcement agencies have reaffirmed their commitment to eliminating terrorism from the region. Senior officials have condemned the attack, terming it a cowardly act by militants. “The sacrifices of our brave soldiers will never go in vain, and we will continue our mission until every terrorist is eradicated from this area,” a military spokesperson stated.
The recent attack is part of a growing pattern of violence in the region, with militants attempting to target security forces and destabilise the area. However, local sources have emphasized that such acts will not deter the security forces’ efforts to maintain peace and order.
As the search operations continue, residents of the area have been advised to remain cautious and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
An investigation into the attack is underway, and authorities are working to identify the attackers and their affiliations. Initial reports suggest that the militants may have crossed into Pakistan from neighboring Afghanistan, where several terrorist groups are known to operate.
Authorities are calling for the support of the local population in identifying and apprehending the attackers, while security forces are continuing their efforts to secure the region.
