Pakistan, Sept. 24 -- Security forces killed eight terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan. Security sources said the operation targeted terrorist hideouts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The sources identified the militants as members of Fitna al Khawarij.

According to security sources, the terrorists' hideouts were completely destroyed during the operation. The militants reportedly attempted to use a mosque for protection while facing security forces. Officials said the operation was conducted carefully while respecting the mosque's sanctity.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised security forces following the operation. He paid tribute to personnel involved in eliminating the eight terrorists. Naqvi said Khyber P...