Security forces have killed 18 militants in separate operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, as reported by security officials.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, security forces launched an intelligence-led operation in North Waziristan under the Azm-e-Istehkam initiative.
This operation led to the killing of 13 militants, and their hideouts in North Waziristan and nearby regions were also targeted.

According to security sources, the forces had been keeping a close watch on the movements of the militants prior to the operation and took action against their positions.

In Balochistan, security forces carried out an operation against militants under Operation Radd-ul-Fitna 3.
Five militants were killed in the areas of Siyapast and Killi Gashtari in Mastung, as per the sources.

A large amount of weapons and ammunition was also seized from the militants during the operation, the sources added.

Ongoing search and clearance efforts are taking place in the affected areas to find any remaining militants.
Security forces have stated that operations will continue until the threat of militancy in these regions is completely removed.

The day before, a security operation in North Waziristan resulted in the deaths of five terrorists and injuries to two others.

The operation was carried out after security personnel tracked the activities of militants in the area.
Forces then moved in to attack suspected militant locations in North Waziristan and the surrounding areas, according to the sources.

Opposition parties have chosen to meet and discuss the government’s plan to hold an All Parties Conference (APC), according to Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the leader of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI).He made this statement during a press conference held with other opposition leaders on Wednesday.

Fazlur Rehman emphasized that democratic and political groups support dialogue and that the opposition does not fundamentally reject the process of discussion.
However, he voiced worries that the government’s stance is making it harder to have constructive talks in the future.

The JUI leader also pointed out that long processions and demonstrations are acceptable forms of political and democratic expression.
He mentioned that if the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) decides to organize a march towards Islamabad, it should, in principle, be permitted.

He noted that he had held a short meeting with other opposition parties to talk about the current political climate, which he described as being out of balance.
He also mentioned that how the government interacts with the opposition should be considered.

Fazlur Rehman highlighted that discussions must be carried out in a political manner and without interference from hidden or behind-the-scenes groups.
He said that successful talks can only happen if both sides are willing to compromise.

Concerning the government’s proposal for an APC, Fazlur Rehman said he would talk to his party about it, while he also encouraged other opposition parties to thoroughly review the proposal.

He said that if the APC is organized, all political parties should work together to create a shared plan and set of actions.
He believed such an effort could help bring more balance to the political scene and give a chance to solve important national problems through conversation.

Fazlur Rehman said, “We are all Pakistanis,” and added that no one’s loyalty should be doubted.
He also stated that the opposition supports the Constitution and the country and will work for the nation’s benefit.

At the same time, Allama Raja Nasir Abbas expressed his desire to invite all political parties to the proposed APC.
He voiced concerns about the country’s economic and security conditions and urged politicians to come together to address the issues facing the nation.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met at Aiwan-i-Sadr on Tuesday to talk about the country’s political and security conditions.

The discussion also included the situation caused by the long march organized by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Representatives from the negotiating committee provided updates to the President and Prime Minister on recent events and the progress of ongoing talks.

The meeting concluded that the consultation process should continue until any constitutional or legal steps are considered.
The leaders emphasized the need for further discussions and dialogue to handle the current circumstances.

Earlier, Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs, Senator Rana Sanaullah, stated that the government’s proposal for talks is still available, and that discussions can happen if the PTI stops its long march.

Rana Sanaullah said all institutions and provincial governments should fully support the federal government’s actions against terrorism.
He also urged the PTI to stand firmly with Pakistan and the federal government in the fight against terrorism.