4,910 Operations Against Terrorism Since November 4, 206 Terrorists Killed: DG ISPR

The Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) claimed that since November 4, 2025, Pakistan has conducted 4,910 intelligence-based operations against terrorism, leading to the killing of 206 terrorists. This year, a total of 67,023 intelligence-based operations have been carried out across the country, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan seeing the most significant efforts. KP has witnessed 12,857 operations, while Balochistan has had 53,309 operations. Overall, 1,873 terrorists have been killed this year, including 136 Afghan nationals.

Lieutenant General Ahmed Shareef Chaudhry has held a detailed discussion with senior journalists on November 25, 2025, to address national security issues.

These operations depicts the continued efforts of Pakistan’s security agencies to combat terrorism and extremism, with the DG ISPR emphasizing the success of these efforts in protecting national security.

The DG ISPR also addressed the challenges associated with border management, particularly along the Pak-Afghan border, which spans 1,229 kilometers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and features 20 crossing points. The DG ISPR noted that managing the border is particularly difficult due to the rugged terrain and divided villages on both sides. He further explained that the distance between border posts is 20 to 25 kilometers, which makes controlling traffic and monitoring movements a complex task.

He emphasized that border management is a shared responsibility between countries, but in the case of Afghanistan, the situation is more complicated. The Afghan Taliban has been accused of facilitating the infiltration of terrorists into Pakistan. The DG ISPR pointed out that Afghanistan’s administrative structure near the border is weak, contributing to governance challenges. The growing political-terror-crime nexus in the border areas, aided by groups like the Fitna al-Kharijites, is further exacerbating the situation.

The DG ISPR also highlighted that millions of non-customs-paid vehicles are being smuggled across the border, and these vehicles are often linked to terrorist activities and suicide attacks. He called for stronger efforts to curb illegal trade and prevent the smuggling of arms and vehicles used in terrorist operations.

Pakistan’s position on Afghanistan’s role in regional terrorism was also reiterated. The DG ISPR criticized the Afghan Taliban for not honoring their commitment made during the Doha Agreement to prevent Afghan territory from being used for terrorism. He stated that Afghanistan has become a hub for various terrorist groups, including Al-Qaeda and ISIS, which receive weapons and funding from the Afghan regime. These groups, in turn, use these resources to target Pakistan.

Pakistan has presented substantial evidence to the international community about the Afghan Taliban’s role in facilitating terrorism, but the situation remains unresolved. The DG ISPR called for a verifiable mechanism to ensure that Afghanistan abides by its commitments. He also made it clear that if any country were to provide military equipment to the Afghan Taliban, it would ultimately end up in the hands of terrorists.

Furthermore, the DG ISPR refuted the Taliban’s allegation that militants assaulting Pakistan are “guests” who had migrated from Pakistan. He encouraged the Taliban to give over any Pakistani nationals implicated in terrorism so that they might be dealt with under Pakistani law.

The DG ISPR also provided an update on the repatriation of Afghan refugees, with 366,704 people sent back in 2024 and 971,604 in 2025. In November alone, 239,574 Afghan refugees were repatriated. These efforts align with Pakistan’s broader strategy of managing the Afghan refugee crisis and maintaining national security.

In terms of relations with India, the DG ISPR accused India of spreading false narratives and creating toxic propaganda against Pakistan, particularly in the wake of Operation Sindoor. He pointed out that India’s claims of victory in Sindh were part of a deliberate attempt to diffuse public anger and distract attention from real security concerns.

One of the significant concerns raised by the DG ISPR was the smuggling of Iranian diesel, which has been a major source of financing for terrorism in Pakistan. Before a crackdown by Pakistan’s military, the Frontier Corps (FC), and provincial governments, an estimated 20.5 million liters of diesel were being smuggled daily. This figure has now been reduced to 2.7 million liters per day, thanks to the National Action Plan (NAP), which has been implemented effectively in Balochistan. The proceeds from smuggling were being used to fund terrorist groups like the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF).

The DG ISPR also commended the provincial government and security forces in Balochistan for engaging with the local population and reducing terrorism. As of now, 27 districts of Balochistan are under the jurisdiction of the police, covering 86% of the province. Over 140 daily and 4,000 monthly engagements are taking place, which have had a far-reaching impact on improving security.

The DG ISPR criticized India’s continued pursuit of a self-deceptive mindset, particularly in relation to its statements on the defeat of Pakistani forces in Sindh. He remarked that if India were to produce a “film” based on its so-called “trailer” of military success, it would become a “horror film” for them, referencing Pakistan’s overwhelming military capabilities.

He further stated that India’s leadership of the region was based on a false sense of superiority and that the country’s actions, including its support for certain groups in Afghanistan, were contributing to regional instability.

The DG ISPR finished by emphasizing the significance of internal unity and coordination in Pakistan, particularly in the battle against terrorism. He stated that the solution to terrorism is to implement the National Action Plan, which is backed by all of the country’s political parties. However, he stated that a lack of coordination in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has slowed development, and that larger efforts are required to ensure the plan’s success throughout all provinces.