A key commander of Fitna al-Khawarij and the mastermind behind the Kohat Police Lines attack, Abu Zar Bangash alias Zahid Gul, has been killed during a successful security forces operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The terrorist organisation has also confirmed his death.
The Gul Bahadur Group, also known as the so-called Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen Pakistan, has formally confirmed the killing of one of its most important commanders.
The slain terrorist has been identified as Abu Zar Bangash alias Zahid Gul, who was highly wanted by security forces and law enforcement agencies.
The terrorist was involved in multiple attacks against security forces and was also the principal mastermind behind the deadly Kohat Police Lines attack. His killing is being described as a major blow to the terrorist network.
Security Forces’ Operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Security forces continue to conduct robust and decisive operations against elements of Fitna al-Khawarij and Fitna al-Hindustan in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Timely, intelligence-based operations have resulted in a series of significant successes for security forces.
The operation carried out in the Kohat area is being described by security circles as a major success that thwarted the terrorists’ nefarious designs.
Military Strategy and Anti-Peace Networks
Attempts by anti-state elements and terrorist groups allegedly operating under external patronage to spread unrest in the country have repeatedly been thwarted by the resolve of law enforcement agencies.
Fitna al-Khawarij and its supporters have repeatedly targeted innocent civilians and law enforcement personnel.
Eliminating masterminds of this kind not only significantly weakens terrorist networks but also reinforces the national resolve to eradicate terrorism completely.
Such operations against elements challenging the writ of the state demonstrate that security forces remain prepared and active in their efforts to eliminate the menace of terrorism from every corner of the country.
