Hangu Operation: Seven Indian-Sponsored Khawarij Militants Killed
Security forces conducted an effective intelligence-based operation (IBO) on August 7, 2026, in Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following intelligence regarding the presence of militants belonging to the Indian proxy referred to by Pakistani authorities as “Fitna al-Khawarij.”
During the operation, security personnel successfully targeted the militants’ hideout. According to the provided account, an intense exchange of fire followed, resulting in the killing of seven militants associated with Fitna al-Khawarij.
Militants Take Shelter in Mosque; Captain Hamza Akram Martyred
During the operation, the militants reportedly took shelter inside a mosque while attempting to escape, violating the sanctity of the place of worship. Security forces continued the operation while taking measures to respect and protect the sanctity of the mosque.
Key developments included:
- Seven Militants Killed: Seven suspected Khawarij militants were killed during the intense exchange of fire.
- Captain Hamza Akram Martyred: 27-year-old Captain Hamza Akram, a resident of Narowal district, embraced martyrdom while leading his troops from the front and engaging the militants.
- Weapons and Explosives Recovered: A large quantity of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered from the slain militants, who were reportedly involved in attacks against security forces and civilians.
Counterterrorism Operations to Continue Under Azm-e-Istehkam
A sanitization operation is underway to eliminate any other militants who may be present in the area.
Security forces and law-enforcement agencies have reiterated that counterterrorism operations under the “Azm-e-Istehkam” framework, approved by the National Apex Committee, will continue with full resolve to eliminate foreign-sponsored terrorism from the country.