Security forces conduct a counterterrorism operation in Mastung's Kadam Valley, where security sources report that 27 terrorists were killed and a cache of weapons, ammunition and explosives recovered.

Security Forces Kill 27 Terrorists in Intelligence-Based Operation in Mastung

Key Militant Commander Yasir Parkani Killed in Mastung Operation

By News Desk On Nov 8, 2026

RAWALPINDI: (Special Reporter) – Security forces have killed 27 terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Balochistan’s Mastung district as part of ongoing counterterrorism efforts under Operation Radd-ul-Fasaad-3, according to security sources.

The operation was conducted in the Kadam Valley area of Mastung, where security personnel targeted suspected terrorist hideouts following intelligence reports.

According to security sources, 15 terrorists were killed during the first phase of the operation, while another 12 were eliminated in the second phase, taking the total number of fatalities to 27.

Yasir Parkani, described by security sources as a key local commander of a proscribed organisation, was also among those killed.

During the operation, security forces recovered a substantial quantity of weapons, ammunition and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from the targeted hideouts.

Security sources said a sanitisation operation was underway in the area to locate any remaining militants and clear possible threats.

They added that counterterrorism operations would continue as part of efforts to eliminate terrorist networks and restore lasting peace and stability in Balochistan.