{"id":67043,"date":"2026-11-12T03:38:29","date_gmt":"2026-11-12T03:38:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/?p=67043"},"modified":"2026-11-12T03:38:29","modified_gmt":"2026-11-12T03:38:29","slug":"ten-policemen-martyred-in-terrorist-attack-in-kohat-khyber-pakhtunkhwa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyspokesman.net\/live\/2026\/11\/12\/ten-policemen-martyred-in-terrorist-attack-in-kohat-khyber-pakhtunkhwa\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Policemen Martyred in Terrorist Attack in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Security concerns rise in Kohat after an attack on a police contingent left 10 personnel martyred, according to police.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

10 Policemen Martyred, 18 Militants Killed in Deadly Attack in Kohat<\/h2>\n

KOHAT, PAKISTAN \u2014 November 12, 2026:<\/strong> At least 10 police personnel were martyred and 18 militants were killed during an armed confrontation in Kohat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after a police contingent came under attack while returning from an operation against illegal gold mining, according to police officials.<\/p>\n

The incident occurred in the Darbukach area, within the jurisdiction of Gumbat Police Station, where Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police and the local administration had conducted a joint operation targeting illegal gold mining activities.<\/p>\n

Police Contingent Ambushed After Operation<\/h3>\n

According to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police, the police team was returning after completing its operation when armed militants allegedly launched an attack on the contingent.<\/p>\n

Police personnel responded to the attack, triggering an exchange of heavy gunfire between the two sides.<\/p>\n

Officials said that 10 police personnel lost their lives during the confrontation, while 18 militants were killed in the retaliatory action.<\/p>\n

Senior Police Officers Among the Martyrs<\/h3>\n

Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Haider Zaman and Sub-Inspector Mukhtiar Ahmed were among the police personnel who embraced martyrdom in the incident.<\/p>\n

The loss of police personnel has caused grief among their colleagues and families, while authorities have acknowledged their sacrifices in the line of duty.<\/p>\n

Security Measures Intensified in Kohat<\/h3>\n

Following the incident, additional police personnel and security forces were dispatched to the area.<\/p>\n

Security arrangements were strengthened across the region, while authorities continued efforts to pursue those responsible for the attack.<\/p>\n

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police stated that the incident highlighted alleged links between criminal elements involved in illegal mining and militant groups.<\/p>\n

Investigation Underway<\/h3>\n

Authorities have initiated further action following the attack and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.<\/p>\n

The attack has once again highlighted the security challenges facing law enforcement agencies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where police personnel continue to confront militant violence.<\/p>\n

The sacrifices of the martyred officers and personnel have renewed calls for stronger security measures and effective action against militant networks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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