Security Forces Recover Large Cache of IEDs and Weapons in North Waziristan
RAWALPINDI, November 10, 2026: Pakistan’s security forces have recovered a large quantity of improvised explosive devices (IEDs), weapons, ammunition and explosive materials during an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan, according to the military’s media wing.
The operation was conducted on November 8 in Muzak village, located on the southern outskirts of Mir Ali in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
According to Radio Pakistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed that two suspected militant hideouts were cleared during the operation.
What Happened During the North Waziristan Operation?
Security forces conducted the operation following intelligence about suspected militant hideouts in Muzak village.
ISPR reported that the two hideouts were established inside mosques.
During the operation, personnel recovered prepared IEDs, explosive materials, weapons and ammunition.
The military also alleged that militants had used the locations to operate torture cells.
No specific quantity of recovered explosives or weapons was disclosed in the reviewed reports.
Which Militant Group Was Targeted?
According to ISPR, the operation targeted hideouts associated with Fitna al-Khawarij, the terminology used by Pakistani authorities for militants linked to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
The military described the group as receiving support from India and alleged links with the Afghan Taliban.
These allegations were presented in the official military statement and have not been independently verified.
What Did ISPR Say About the Use of Mosques?
ISPR condemned the alleged use of places of worship for storing explosives and operating torture facilities.
The military described such activities as a violation of religious principles and the sanctity of mosques.
According to Dawn, security forces continued efforts to identify additional suspected militant hideouts in the area.
Are Security Operations Continuing?
ISPR stated that further clearance activities were being conducted to locate any remaining militant facilities.
The operation forms part of Pakistan’s broader counterterrorism efforts under the Azm-e-Istehkam initiative.
However, the reviewed statement did not provide confirmed casualty figures or details of arrests.
Further information about recovered materials, detained suspects or subsequent operations will require official confirmation.