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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-08T03:11:15.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.dawn.com",
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  "textContent": "QUETTA: Security forces killed six suspected terrorists during a targeted operation in the Kirdgab area of Mastung district on Tuesday, security officials said.\n\nThey said that security forces conducted the operation on the basis of intelligence regarding the presence of _Fitna al Hindustan_ militants, who were attempting to block a highway.\n\n_Fitna al Hindustan_ is a term designated by the state for terrorist organisations in Balochistan.\n\nThe security forces cordoned off the area and launched the operation, during which armed men opened fire on the troops. A heavy exchange of fire took place and continued for several hours, resulting in the killing of six suspected terrorists.\n\n“Six terrorists of _Fitna al Hindustan_ have been killed in the exchange of fire during the operation,” security officials said, adding that a large quantity of arms and ammunition was also seized.\n\nOfficials added that some militants managed to escape into nearby mountains.\n\n_Published in Dawn, April 8th, 2026_",
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