By Khabarkada Desk | Quetta, November 9, 2026
MASTUNG: Security forces eliminated 27 terrorists during a major intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Wadi-e-Karam, Mastung district of Balochistan, targeting militant elements operating in the area. The operation was executed in two successive phases, resulting in the complete neutralization of the targeted group, security sources confirmed on Monday.
During the first phase of the operation, security forces targeted identified terrorist hideouts following precise intelligence regarding their presence in Wadi-e-Karam, eliminating 15 terrorists.
Key Points
- Location: Wadi-e-Karam, Mastung district, Balochistan.
- Date of operation: November 9, 2026.
- Casualties: 27 terrorists killed in total (15 in Phase 1, 12 in Phase 2).
- Key Commander Killed: Local terrorist commander Yasir Perkani.
- Recoveries: Substantial cache of arms, ammunition, and IED-manufacturing materials.
- Current Status: Sanitisation operation is ongoing in the surrounding area.
Second Phase and Commander Eliminated
In the second phase of the engagement, security forces eliminated another 12 terrorists, taking the total death toll to 27. Local terrorist commander Yasir Perkani was among those killed alongside his close associates.
Arms Recovered and Sanitisation Underway
Security forces additionally recovered a substantial quantity of weapons, ammunition, and materials used in manufacturing improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Following the tactical engagement, security forces launched a sanitisation process to clear any remaining threats in the vicinity.
Security forces reaffirmed their resolve to eradicate terrorism from Balochistan, maintaining that operations will continue until all security objectives are met.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where did the operation take place? In Wadi-e-Karam, Mastung district, Balochistan.
- How many terrorists were killed? A total of 27 terrorists were eliminated in two phases.
- Who was the key commander killed? Local terrorist commander Yasir Perkani.
- What was recovered from the site? Weapons, ammunition, and IED-making components.
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