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OP Shaban Update | Sunday, 12 July 2026 | 13:45

Three More FAK Terrorists Killed, Total Eliminated Rises to 67

The Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps (Balochistan), and Police continue coordinated ground and aerial operations under Operation Shaban against Fitna al-Khawarij (FAK), according to Pakistani security sources.

The latest phase of the operation resulted in the killing of three more FAK terrorists, bringing the total number eliminated during Operation Shaban to 67.

Security sources further stated that, since 5 July, a combined total of 105 FAK terrorists have been killed in Operation Shaban and other intelligence-based operations conducted across Balochistan.

According to Pakistani security sources, Operation Shaban will continue until every terrorist threat in the province has been eliminated.

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Operation Shaban Update:

The joint operation by the Pakistan Army, FC, and Police against FAK terrorists continues with full intensity.

Seven more terrorists have been eliminated, raising the death toll in the ongoing operation to 64.

Since 5 July, a total of 102 terrorists have been neutralized across all operations.

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Residents of Kabul appear to be reaching a tipping point as frustration with the Afghan Taliban regime continues to grow. Following the reported crackdown on women and young people in Herat, signs of public discontent are becoming increasingly visible in the capital, with more people openly challenging the authorities despite the risks.

Rather than being driven by outside actors, the unrest is widely portrayed by critics as a homegrown response to worsening economic hardship, restrictive policies, and prolonged political repression. Reports also suggest that some residents are refusing to comply with official directives, while small, decentralized pockets of resistance are beginning to emerge across Kabul.

The regime's swift deployment of additional security forces and tightened control measures has further fueled perceptions that it is concerned about maintaining its hold over the capital amid growing public dissatisfaction.

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz until further notice, stating that the strategic waterway will remain closed until U.S. military operations in the region come to an end.

According to Iranian sources, IRGC forces also fired warning shots at a vessel after it allegedly deviated from its designated course while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

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Operation Shaban Update:

The joint operation by the Pakistan Army, FC, and Police against FAK terrorists continues with full intensity.

Seven more terrorists have been eliminated, raising the death toll in the ongoing operation to 64.

Since 5 July, a total of 102 terrorists have been neutralized across all operations.

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𝐇𝐈𝐓 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟒.𝟓𝐦𝐦 𝐑𝐂𝐖𝐒 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐮𝐩-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐏𝐂

Pakistan’s Heavy Industries Taxila appears to be testing a 14.5mm remote-controlled weapon station mounted on an armored pickup-based personnel carrier, likely built on a Chinese-origin chassis.

The configuration could provide enhanced firepower against lightly armored vehicles and low-flying unmanned aerial systems, while supporting convoy protection, border security, and mobile battlefield operations.

From an operational perspective, integrating a heavy-caliber RCWS on a relatively light platform reflects growing demand for affordable, rapidly deployable vehicles capable of addressing both ground and aerial threats. Its effectiveness, however, would depend on sensor integration, fire-control capability, stabilization, and protection against modern anti-armor weapons.

#HIT #Pakistan #RCWS #ArmoredVehicles #CounterUAV #DefenseIndustry

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*Security forces continue Operation Shabaan across Balochistan with unwavering resolve*

Following the recent wave of terrorist attacks, Pakistani security forces have eliminated 75 terrorists in coordinated ground and air operations since July 5, including 13 terrorists neutralized in the last 24 hours.

Operations remain ongoing as security forces continue to hunt down and eliminate the remaining terrorist elements across the province.

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Indian Army Chief has reportedly directed commanders to prepare for Operation Sindoor 2.0 and Operation Snow Leopard 2.0, stressing readiness for potential future conflicts involving Pakistan and China.

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A Hellenic Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon crash-landed at Zakynthos International Airport in southern Greece before bursting into flames

The pilot safely ejected or escaped the aircraft and has been confirmed safe. The cause of the crash-landing has not yet been officially disclosed, and an investigation is expected to follow.

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The State of Qatar strongly condemns the armed attacks on police and army personnel in Balochistan Province of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which resulted in fatalities.

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According to regional security sources, India has deployed an additional 20,000 troops to Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), while also increasing the presence of aerial assets near the border with Pakistan, particularly in the disputed region.

The reported military buildup comes amid heightened tensions and coincides with ongoing protests in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, prompting renewed attention to the security situation along the Line of Control.

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According to Pakistani security sources, security forces foiled an assassination attempt targeting Mir Shafiqur Rehman in Khuzdar during a successful counterterrorism operation.

The sources said six terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Hindustan (FAH) of the BLA's Majeed Brigade were killed during the operation, while the intended attack was successfully prevented.

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A total of 30 U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicles have been shot down by Iranian air defenses since the start of the Iran war, according to a U.S. official cited by ABC News. The most recent MQ-9 was reportedly downed early Wednesday.

Each MQ-9 Reaper is valued at approximately $30 million, placing the estimated value of the reported losses at around $900 million. The MQ-9 is a long-endurance intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike UAV widely used by the U.S. Air Force.

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Footage from last night's US strikes on Chahbahar, Iran.

CENTCOM says that at the direction of the Commander in Chief, U.S. Central Command forces have started conducting additional strikes against Iran to further degrade their ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The United States is holding Iran accountable for recent unjustified aggression against commercial shipping and civilian crews freely navigating a vital international waterway

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Türkiye and the United Kingdom have signed a Security and Defense Partnership Agreement on the sidelines of the NATO Summit, marking a step toward closer cooperation on defense and security matters between the two countries.

Neither side has disclosed the details or specific provisions of the agreement.

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The Indian Navy has confirmed that a Drishti-10 Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle crashed off Porbandar Airfield during a routine training sortie this afternoon.

According to the Navy, the UAV went down shortly after takeoff in the vicinity of the airfield. A Board of Inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the incident.

The Drishti-10 is the Indian variant of the Elbit Systems Hermes 900 MALE UAV, manufactured by Adani Defence & Aerospace under license in India.

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Pakistan and China have agreed to expand coordination on counterterrorism and broader internal security issues after Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met his Chinese counterpart Ling Zhifeng at the United Nations Headquarters.

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17 Killed as Severe Storms Batter China; Over 130,000 Evacuated

At least 17 people have been killed, hundreds injured, and more than 130,000 residents evacuated after severe storms triggered widespread flooding and destructive winds across China's Guangxi and Hubei provinces. Authorities also reported 11 people missing as emergency operations continued.

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Police announced that they foiled 341 terrorist drone attacks during the first six months of 2026, crediting the success to the use of modern technology and enhanced counter-drone capabilities. The figures were presented during a provincial law and order review meeting chaired by Inspector General of Police Zulfiqar Hameed.

According to the police, Pakistan's first dedicated Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Division was established in March 2026 to detect, disable, and analyse terrorist drones, strengthening the province's ability to counter emerging aerial threats.

The meeting was informed that the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted 2,004 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) during the six-month period, resulting in the arrest of 504 terrorists, including 14 high-value targets. Police also reported that 182 terrorists were killed in armed encounters.

Authorities stated that terrorists carried out 294 attacks against police forces during the same period, of which 161 were successfully repulsed. The campaign came at a heavy cost, with 122 police officers and personnel martyred and 175 others injured while performing their duties.

During CTD operations, security forces seized 1,771 kilograms of explosives, 91 hand grenades, two suicide jackets, two RPG launchers, seven RPG shells, eight shotguns, 52 pistols, and 45 submachine guns (SMGs).

KP Police also highlighted progress against narcotics trafficking, reporting the recovery of 9,159kg of drugs, registration of 10,197 cases under the Narcotics Act, and the arrest of 10,718 suspects. Seized narcotics included 7,577.32kg of charas, 385.618kg of opium, 246.45kg of heroin, and 949.418kg of methamphetamine (ice).

In operations against illegal weapons, police registered 21,903 cases and arrested 21,355 individuals, recovering 1,457 rifles, 2,994 shotguns, 25,805 pistols, 1,821 Kalashnikovs, 236 Kalakofs, 93 hand grenades, 5,117 detonators, 1,215 sticks of dynamite, 943,047 rounds of ammunition, and other prohibited weapons.

Under the National Action Plan (NAP), police carried out 2,742 search-and-strike operations, arresting 10,540 criminals and suspects. Authorities also searched 39,171 houses and 14,098 hotels, registering 1,598 and 73 cases, respectively, for violations of the law. At the conclusion of the meeting, the provincial police chief directed officers to maintain close coordination with other law enforcement agencies and continue strict action against militants and anti-state elements.

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Pakistan's Sindh Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), with support from federal intelligence agencies, says it has foiled a major terrorist plot by arresting two alleged members of the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) during an intelligence-based operation carried out on July 6 in Karachi.

The arrested suspects were identified as Mujahid Baloch and Farid Baloch. According to CTD, the suspects had allegedly been tasked with carrying out attacks on sensitive government installations and law enforcement offices in Karachi. During the operation, authorities recovered:
Approximately 4 kilograms of explosives,One detonator, Prima cord Ball bearings, commonly used to increase the lethality of improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Investigators allege that both suspects received reconnaissance and communications training at a BLA camp before being deployed to Karachi. CTD further claimed they were operating under the direction of alleged BLA commanders Sajid Baloch and Bashir Zaib.
Authorities have registered cases against the suspects under relevant anti-terrorism and explosives laws. CTD says further interrogation is underway and may lead to additional arrests, facilitators, and the dismantling of a wider militant network.
The operation comes amid heightened security concerns following recent militant incidents in Karachi and elsewhere in Pakistan, reflecting continued counterterrorism efforts by security and intelligence agencies.

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Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the spokesperson for the Pakistan military, said that 14 terrorists belonging to Fitna al-Hindustan were killed after attempting to disrupt civilian traffic and damage public infrastructure along the N-25 Highway. During the operation, 11 Pakistan Army soldiers embraced martyrdom.

He added that security forces have eliminated a total of 54 terrorists in three separate operations carried out across Balochistan, reaffirming the military's resolve to continue counterterrorism efforts in the province.