Pakistan security forces kill 12 militants, thwarting attempted hostage-taking in southwest
- Posted on January 16, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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Pakistan security forces kill 12 militants, thwarting attempted hostage-taking in southwest
QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistani security forces killed at least 12 militants and thwarted an attempted hostage-taking in southwestern Pakistan after assailants attacked a police station, the military said Friday.
