Six army soldiers martyred in SWA

RAWALPINDI: According to a statement released to media by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), six army soldiers were martyred during an exchange of fire in general area Asman Manza, South Waziristan District, Khyber Pukhtunkhwa.

According to ISPR, security forces effectively engaged the terrorists’ location killing four of them and injuring two.
“However, during intense exchange of fire, six brave soldiers having fought gallantly, embraced Shahadat,” says the media handout.

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A search and clearance operation being carried out in the area.

“The armed forces of Pakistan are determined to eliminate the menace of terrorism and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers further strengthen our resolve,” says ISPR