Three soldiers embraced martyrdom in an attack on a post in Zarghoon, Balochistan today.

According to the ISPR, one terrorist was also killed in exchange of fire.

Troops on the post retaliated readily to the fire raid thereby, pushing back the terrorists.

The post has recently been established to help check extortion efforts targeting Coal mines in the area.

Likely hideout of fleeing terrorists has been identified in nearby mountains and a deliberate blocking and sanitization operation has been launched.

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the check post of security forces at Zarghoon, Margat area of Balochistan.

In a statement today, he paid rich tribute to the martyred soldiers including Sepoy Zameer Ahmed, Sepoy Mudassar and Lance Naik Abdul Qadeer.

Shehbaz Sharif prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families over the tragedy.

The Prime Minister said entire nation salutes the sacrifices of the martyrs.

Federal Minister for Interior Rana Sanaullah, Federal Minister for Climate Change Senator Sherry Rehman and Qaumi Watan Party Chairman Aftab Ahmad Khan Sherpao also condemned the terrorist attack.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo also denounced attack on a post of Security Forces at zarghoon area in Balochistan today.

He said martyred security personnel sacrificed their lives for ensuring peace in the area.

Source: Radio Pakistan