SECURITY — March 2, 2026
9 Daesh members including two commanders killed in Orakzai clash
Clashes in Pakistan's Orakzai region killed nine Daesh members including commanders Haji Abdul Rahman and Mullah Farouqi, according to a report citing local sources. A related operation occurred in Tira.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — 2 min read
Al-Murassad, citing its sources, reported clashes overnight in the Turkani and Narik Ghiljo areas of Orakzai between security forces and Daesh militants, resulting in the deaths of nine Daesh members, including two key commanders.
The slain commanders were identified as Haji Abdul Rahman and Mullah Farouqi.
Separately, an operation against Daesh took place overnight in the Tordara area of Tira.
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Single source (RTA citing Al-Murassad citing unnamed sources); core claim involves unconfirmed ground event (clashes and specific casualties) with second-hand attribution.
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