Pakistan, July 8 -- Security forces have killed 54 terrorists during three major counterterrorism operations in Balochistan over the past four days, Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said. He added that 42 civilians and security personnel were martyred in separate terrorist attacks and subsequent operations. The military said the campaign reflects a coordinated effort to destabilise Pakistan and vowed to pursue those responsible.

Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, Lt Gen Chaudhry said three major terrorist incidents had occurred in Balochistan since July 4. The first attack took place in Hanna Urak, where militants attacked local residents. According to the military spokesperson...