Three Pakistan Rangers personnel embraced martyrdom while four others were injured after terrorists launched a coordinated attack on a Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) camp in Karachi, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The attackers detonated an explosive at the camp's main entrance before attempting to breach the perimeter. Rangers personnel responded swiftly, preventing the assault from succeeding and neutralising the three terrorists.
According to the military's media wing, the terrorists belonged to the India-backed banned outfit Jamaat-ul-Ahrar.
The assailants first targeted the camp's main gate with an explosion before attempting to force their way inside. Rangers troops immediately engaged the attackers, killing three terrorists during the exchange of fire.
One injured militant was arrested and later identified as an Afghan national.
Three Rangers personnel martyred
The ISPR said three Rangers soldiers embraced martyrdom while defending the camp. Four other personnel sustained injuries during the exchange of fire.
Following the attack, security forces launched a sanitisation operation in the surrounding area to ensure no additional terrorists were hiding nearby.
Pakistan army vows retribution against perpetrators
The military described the assault as a "cowardly terrorist attack" carried out by an Indian proxy organisation.
The ISPR said Pakistan's counter-terrorism campaign under the vision of Azm-e-Istehkam would continue without interruption until all foreign-sponsored terrorists and their facilitators were eliminated.
"Pakistan shall undertake retribution operations against the perpetrators of this attack to avenge the martyrdom of its soldiers," the statement said.
Army chief pays tribute to martyred soldiers
Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed heartfelt condolences to the families of the martyred personnel.
He said the sacrifices of the soldiers had further strengthened the nation's resolve to defend Pakistan and reaffirmed the armed forces' commitment to safeguarding the country against terrorism.
The incident was first reported near Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 6, where residents heard heavy gunfire followed by a powerful explosion.
Police and other law enforcement agencies rushed to the scene, while authorities closed roads linking Mosmiyat Chowrangi, Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block 6, Kamran Chowrangi and Chaman Iqbal Colony to facilitate the security operation.
Sindh govt seeks reports
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah directed the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Sindh and the Karachi Additional Inspector General (AIG) to submit a detailed report on the incident.
Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar also sought an immediate report from Karachi police officials regarding the attack and the subsequent security response.
PM praises Rangers' swift action
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif paid tribute to the Rangers personnel for foiling the attack, saying the force had once again demonstrated professionalism, bravery and an unwavering sense of duty.
He said the killing of three attackers and the arrest of another had defeated the terrorists ' objectives.
The prime minister also honoured the three martyred soldiers, saying the nation would always remember their sacrifices. He expressed solidarity with the bereaved families, prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured personnel and reiterated that terrorism would be eradicated with full force.
He added that the nation stood firmly behind its armed forces, Rangers and all law enforcement agencies, stressing that the fight against terrorism would continue until the menace was completely eliminated.
Interior minister condemns attack
Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi strongly condemned the attack and paid tribute to the Rangers personnel who lost their lives while defending the camp.
He said the soldiers acted promptly, killing three terrorists and preventing the attackers from achieving their objective.
Naqvi described the martyred personnel as heroes of the nation whose sacrifices had further strengthened Pakistan's resolve against terrorism. He also expressed condolences to their families and prayed for the early recovery of the injured.
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