Six soldiers embraced martyrdom as security forces thwarted a terrorist attack on the Federal Constabulary Headquarters in Bannu district by the Khawarij belonging to Indian proxy Fitna al Khawarij during the early hours of September 2, 2025, the military’s media wing said on Tuesday.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), “The Indian sponsored Kharjis attempted to breach the perimeter security; however, their nefarious designs were swiftly foiled by the vigilant and resolute response of our troops.”

“In their desperation, the terrorists rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall,” the ISPR said. The suicide blast caused partial damage to the wall and nearby civilian infrastructure, injuring three civilians.

The ISPR added that troops engaged the attackers with “precision,” eliminating all five assailants. However, six personnel of the Federal Constabulary and Pakistan Army were martyred during the exchange of fire.

In its statement, the ISPR said:

“Displaying unwavering courage and professional excellence, own troopsengaged the Kharjis with precision and eliminated all five Khwarijbelonging to Indian proxy, Fitna al Khwarij. However, in this intenseexchange of fire, six brave soldiers belonging to Federal Constabularyand Pakistan Army, after putting up a heroic fight, embraced martyrdomin the line of duty.”

The statement further noted that a clearance operation in the area was underway and reiterated Pakistan’s resolve to fight terrorism:

“The security forces of Pakistan in step with nation remain steadfastin their resolve to eradicate Indian sponsored terrorism from thecountry and such sacrifices of our brave soldiers and innocentcivilians further strengthen our unwavering commitment of safeguardingour nation at all costs.”