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UPDATE:

ISPR confirms that a female suicide bomber was involved in yesterday’s failed BLF (Fitna al-Hindustan) terrorist attacks in Gwadar. She was killed by Pakistani fire before she could detonate her explosive vest.

A total of TEN (10) terrorists have been killed in the operation with no casualties taken by own forces.

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Yesterday’s counterterrorism operations in Gwadar having successfully secured the area and repelling the failed BLF (Fitna al-Hindustan) terrorist attacks ended with EIGHT (8) dead terrorist combatants.

The killed terrorists included a female terrorist combatant.

Clearance operations in the surrounding areas of Gwadar are also progressing to find their facilitators.

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Yesterday’s counterterrorism operations in Gwadar having successfully secured the area and repelling the failed BLF (Fitna al-Hindustan) terrorist attacks ended with EIGHT (8) dead terrorist combatants.

The killed terrorists included a female terrorist combatant.

Clearance operations in the surrounding areas of Gwadar are also progressing to find their facilitators.

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⚠️ Terrorist militants associated with Fitna al-Hindustan (FAH/BLA) terror organisation attempted to attack three locations simultaneously in Gwadar, Balochistan province, earlier today.

The attacks have all been successfully repulsed, with clearance operations nearing completion and at least 3 enemy terrorist combatants eliminated.

Terrorists attempted to hit softer, civilian targets before being eliminated, however the terrorists have been surrounded and civilian populations completely evacuated.

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Prime Minister's Office
Media Wing

PESHAWAR: 22 October 2026.

MEETINGS OF FEDERAL APEX COMMITTEE AND AREA REPRESENTATIVE AND DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (ARDC)

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif separately chaired the meeting of the Federal Apex Committee and also interacted with the members of Area Representative and Development Council (ARDC) in Peshawar today.

Both sessions were attended by Mr Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), Mr Faisal Karim Kundi, the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mr Mohsin Naqvi, Federal Interior Minister, Commander Peshawar Corps and other senior civil and military officials.

The Apex Committee undertook a comprehensive review of the prevailing situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa following the imposition of Emergency and Governor’s Rule in the province. L

The Committee reaffirmed the nation’s unwavering resolve to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and dismantle terrorist networks, their facilitators and support infrastructure. Forum emphasized that the fight against terrorism was a collective national responsibility requiring sustained coordination among all state institutions, effective intelligence-sharing and robust counter-terrorism measures.

The forum stressed that no effort would be spared in consolidating the gains achieved through the sacrifices of the people, martyrs, and personnel of the Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs).

Forum also discussed measures strengthening the operational capacity of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and other LEAs through enhanced professional training, modern equipment, infrastructure, improved intelligence capabilities and seamless inter-agency coordination.

The forum reiterated that the state remained firmly committed to defeating terrorism, restoring durable peace and ensuring stability, effective governance and sustainable development across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It emphasized that the unity, resilience and collective resolve of the nation would remain central to securing a peaceful, prosperous and secure future for the province and Pakistan.

The Forum underscored that the state remained firmly committed to translating the gains achieved through counter-terrorism efforts into tangible development, improved public services, economic opportunities and a secure future for the region.

The Forum paid rich tribute to the sacrifices of the Shuhada in the fight against terrorism.

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⚠️ Terrorist militants associated with Fitna al-Hindustan (FAH/BLA) terror organisation attempted to attack three locations simultaneously in Gwadar, Balochistan province, earlier today.

The attacks have all been successfully repulsed, with clearance operations nearing completion and at least 3 enemy terrorist combatants eliminated.

Terrorists attempted to hit softer, civilian targets before being eliminated, however the terrorists have been surrounded and civilian populations completely evacuated.

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@Kelarepublic47 Anti-state cunts advocating for the destruction of Makkah and Madinah, color me surprised.

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This development was first reported by @AnasMallick

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MAJOR diplomatic event coming up as four major Muslim powers, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt will be meeting with three major European powers, the United Kingdom, Germany and France in Istanbul tomorrow.

Foreign Ministers of these 7 countries will be meeting under a single format, to discuss and jointly formulate means to enhance regional security and progress collective defense.

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Maybe the Americans should restart bombing the Iranians.

Then they'd shift their attention/resources/missiles from the Houthis and their bombing of Saudi Arabia's airports and martyring Umrah pilgrims to saving their own asses in Tehran.

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Breaking: Four influential regional powers from the Muslim world and three major European powers are set to meet in a first ever single diplomatic format in Istanbul as Pakistan's DPM and Foreign Minister @MIshaqDar50 is all set to travel for the meeting which will be on Friday, per sources.

Foreign Ministers of R-4(Regional 4 Muslim Countries) comprising of Pakistan, Turkiyei, Saudi Arabi and Egypt are All set to Meet Foreign Minister of E-3(European Three Countries) Comprising of UK, France and Germany. Quite of a significant diplomatic development of between two regional alliances.

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Compound-clearance CQB training with Pakistani and Russia troops, during last month’s joint military exercises:

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PAKISTAN, QATAR, TURKIYE AND INDONESIA SIGN BADR DEFENCE COOPERATION MEMORANDUM

The agreement is aimed at deepening cooperation across the defense industry, technology transfer, joint production and research and development between the four states.

The initiative aims to expand existing bilateral defence projects into a multilateral industrial framework, opening new avenues for defence manufacturing, technology development, and the establishment of joint production lines serving the partner countries.

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Salty citizens of lesser-protected countries have found a new pastime of criticizing the Makkah Defense Alliance, in a "grapes are sour" situation, whereas when asked their leaders will be the first to beg to allow their countries into the Alliance.

This alliance is one of the most important alliances in the region and will be solely responsible for collective and regional security dividends for decades!

The submission of the entire text of the Makkah Defense Alliance by Turkiye to its Parliament was done with the consent of both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan had already ratified this agreement under Article 90 of our Constitution.

The Middle East is currently experiencing severe instability driven by various factors. Amidst this uncertainty, the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement serves as a vital and robust pillar for defense, peace, and stability in the region.

Through this trilateral agreement, Pakistan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye are operationalizing collective deterrence to actively discourage elements that propagate violence and chaos. This agreement is defensive in nature and is not directed against any specific country. Its sole objective is to deter external aggression and further strengthen collective deterrence to safeguard the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and populations of the three nations.

The Chief of Defense Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, is the primary architect of this agreement; working alongside allied partners, he is spearheading Pakistan’s efforts to establish regional peace and protect global security and economic interests.

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The Chief of Defence Forces and the Chief of Army Staff of the Pakistan Army, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has arrived in Iran on an official visit.

Iran's Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Major General Rezaei held a meeting with the visiting Pakistani Field Marshal.

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Major General (Retired) Tariq Rashid Khan on the challenges posed due to Afghanistan-based, anti-Pakistan terrorist networks possessing leftover U.S./NATO military equipment and other security challenges Pakistan faces in its ongoing War Against Terror:

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The President and First Lady of the Republic of Maldives arrive in Pakistan on a State Visit:

Upon arrival at Islamabad International Airport, the President and First Lady were accorded a 21-gun salute.

The President will be accorded an official welcome tomorrow at the official residence of the Prime Minister of Pakistan.

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Pakistani soldier, a FPV drone operator, during bilateral exercises in China:

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@IranObserver0 Be advised that the U.S. warship/helicopter were operating outside Pakistani territorial waters.

Pakistani territorial waters extend only 12 nautical miles (as per international law) from the coast of Pakistan. Any military vessel can operate outside of that limit.

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Be advised that Pakistani territorial waters extend 12 nautical miles as per international law from the coast of Pakistan.

The warship/helicopter were operating outside Pakistani territorial waters.

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U.S. Navy Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk (S-70B), registration number 168103 (Serial #700, Military Code: NH-700) with callsign LW703 has been flying off the coast of Karachi, Pakistan since the last four hours, at distance of approximately 30 nautical miles from the Pakistani coast.

Aircraft is likely flying from deck of U.S. Navy destroyer/cruiser in the Arabian Sea.

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Visuals of Pakistan roasting Afghan border posts today morning.

Militia forces of the Afghan Taliban regime opened fire on the Pakistani side today at around 1145 Hours PST in the Upper Kurram Sector.

This prompted an immediate kinetic response from Pakistani border paramilitary forces and the Pakistan Army.

Several border posts of the Afghan Taliban were targeted in the response, with confirmed casualties and fatalities on the Afghan Taliban regime’s side.