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The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Surkhab camp area of Pishin, during which at least four suspected militants affiliated with a banned outfit were killed. Weapons and ammunition were recovered from the scene. Note: This claim has not been independently verified.

#Update The Baloch Liberation Army (Jeeyand) has claimed that Deputy Director and Commanding Officer of the Airport Security Force (ASF), Waseem Ahmed, is in its custody. According to a statement by spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch, BLA fighters detained him on the main highway in Kalat based on intelligence from the group's ZIRAB wing. Further details are expected to be released.

#Update The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (Jamaat-ul-Ahrar) has issued another statement regarding an incident in Kurram two days ago. The group alleged that 18 of its fighters were killed by a faction loyal to Noor Wali Mehsud, and that a further 10 fighters remain missing. It accused the faction of holding captive mujahideen and attempting to obtain forced statements, comparing the behavior to that of the Pakistani military. The group declared that any statements made under captivity or coercion have no validity. Note: This post is based on a claim released by a TTP faction and has not been independently verified.

Two Militants have been killed in an intelligence based operation (IBO) in ketchi Kamar area of Lakki Marwat. @Insurgent_Zone

#Update Family members of the abducted Station House Officer (SHO), along with tribal elders from Harnai and Ziarat, held a press conference in Quetta demanding the safe recovery of the abducted individuals.

#Update An audio message from an alleged militant in Kurram has emerged. The speaker claims that an incident occurred on May 20 in Kurram Agency involving a gathering of 32 individuals. According to the speaker, their Tashkeel, was ambushed by Pakistani security forces. The speaker alleges that 28 fighters were killed, while four, including himself, were injured and taken captive. These individuals were later recovered by Kazim, the Shadow Governor of Kurram for the TTP. Note: This claim has not been independently verified. Our opinion regarding this. We believe this is a lie and that the kill count was 18 (including commander Mumtaz Ummati and the brother of Mufti Hassan who founded ISKP) not 28. We believe that a clash did occur between TTP and JUA fighters but that they later reconciled behind the scenes and released this audio as damage control. @Insurgent_Zone

The Baloch Liberation Army (Jeeyand) has issued a policy statement clarifying its position on kidnapping for ransom. The group stated that it does not engage in kidnapping for ransom, considers the practice unethical and anti‑social, and directs its operations only against military and state‑related targets. It warned that criminal elements may be using the BLA’s name for ransom demands and advised the public not to pay any such ransoms. The BLA also invited people to report any such incidents through its official channels.

Clashes have been occurring between militants and security forces in Wara Mamund, Bajaur, since early morning. According to security sources, security forces launched an operation in the area against militants, while militant sources have claimed that a military convoy was intercepted in the area. Till now, no casualties from either side have been confirmed. Further details are awaited. @Insurgent_Zone

Waseem Ahmed, a Deputy Director and Commanding Officer of the Pakistani Ministry of Defence's Airport Security Force (ASF), has reportedly disappeared after armed individuals intercepted his vehicle near Kalat. No official confirmation has been issued at this time.

The Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen Pakistan (IMP) has released pictures from the training camp "Muaskar Syed Ahmed Shaheed."

#Update Five police officers, who were abducted by armed individuals at the Base-I Barija police checkpoint, have been rescued by local authorities. The operation was conducted under the supervision of DSP Jhal Magsi, Muhammad Younas Magsi, and other officials.

Security forces received information about two suicide vests placed in the Shihani Graveyard near the University Police Station, Dera Ismail Khan. A bomb disposal team and local police responded, searched the area, recovered both vests, and safely defused them. No casualties or injuries were reported.

Unknown motorcyclists opened fire on a police officer, Akakhel Shah (son of Fazal Karim), in the Kalinga Bypass area of Akakhel, Bara, Khyber district. He died on the spot.

The Islamic State’s Al‑Naba news outlet has released a report claiming that its fighters carried out a series of attacks against Pakistani security personnel and peace committee members in areas near the Afghanistan border. Key claims (past week):

• Six individuals killed, including police and members of pro‑government "peace committees." • Among the dead: a tribal leader identified as Tariq Wazir, described as a senior figure in a peace committee with close ties to Pakistani intelligence. • Operations included an IED attack on a vehicle in the Wana area (South Waziristan) and multiple targeted pistol shootings in Bajaur district. • Locations mentioned: Bajaur (villages of Barkhlozo, Raga Kano, Nazki) and Wana.

The report also claimed the killing of three police officers and three peace committee members in separate attacks over several days.

#Update Station House Officer (SHO) Masood Ahmed Panezai, along with his relatives Ashraf Panezai and Javed Panezai, have reportedly been abducted by armed individuals during a road blockade on Mangi Road, Ziarat. Further details are awaited. @Insurgent_Zone

Images and video have emerged showing trucks carrying minerals on fire in Ziarat district. Superintendent of Police (SP) Ziarat, Talal Shah, confirmed the incident, stating that the trucks were carrying coal en route from Harnai to Punjab via Ziarat. A police officer was also abducted from the site. @Insurgent_Zone

According to TTP sources, a Military Intelligence (MI) official identified as Malik Zali Khan was killed in the Bakakhel Wazir area of Bannu, on May 18. The sources alleged that he was involved in the killing of four fighters. @Insurgent_Zone

Armed individuals took control of Mangi Road near the Shaharag area of Harnai. Five vehicles carrying minerals, including a vehicle with road construction machinery, were set on fire. Further details are awaited. @Insurgent_Zone

#UPDATE Armed individuals have attacked multiple locations in Jhal Magsi district. According to initial reports, 5 to 7 police personnel have been abducted, one of whom has been identified as Sepoy Shah Murad Arahi. Further details are awaited. @Insurgent_Zone

#UPDATE According to latest reports, a total of 15 injured individuals have been shifted to a local hospital, including four police personnel. Several members of the Hindu community are among the injured. @Insurgent_Zone