Pakistan, Sept. 22 -- Security forces killed six terrorists and arrested nine suspects during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan. The operation took place in the Saran Tangi area under Operation Shaban-2. Authorities also recovered weapons and a large quantity of ammunition during the action.

Security sources said forces launched the operation after receiving intelligence about terrorist activity. Radio Pakistan reported that the operation targeted members of Fitna al Hindustan. Security forces continued searching the area after the initial action.

The operation comes as Balochistan faces a recent rise in terrorist attacks. The province recorded 89 attacks in August, compared with 83 attacks in July. The Pakistan Institute f...