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In a successful operation, Pakistani security forces carried out a targeted mission in the northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, resulting in the elimination of two terrorists, including a high-value target, as announced by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, on Friday. The ISPR disclosed that the intelligence-based operation took place in the Tank district of the province late Thursday night. Acting on received information about the presence of terrorists, security personnel swiftly cordoned off the area, leading to a confrontation resulting in the elimination of the identified terrorists. The high-profile target, identified as Gul Yousaf alias Toor, was a wanted terrorist commander, with the Pakistani government offering a reward of 2.5 million Pakistani rupees (approximately 8,900 U.S. dollars) for his capture. The ISPR highlighted that Yousaf had been actively involved in various terrorist activities against security forces, including orchestrating high-profile attacks, extortion, and the killing of civilians. The military emphasized the determination of Pakistani security forces, aligning with the nation, to eradicate the menace of terrorism from the country. This successful operation showcases the ongoing efforts to maintain national security and neutralize individuals posing a threat to peace and stability in the region.