Three terrorists launched an armed assault on the Frontier Corps Headquarters in Peshawar late Thursday night.
Security forces immediately engaged the attackers, preventing them from breaching the compound.
Three FC personnel were martyred during the exchange of fire while defending the installation.
All three terrorists were killed on the spot after a swift and coordinated response.
Officials said the attackers attempted to target the outer perimeter but were quickly intercepted.
Their timely neutralisation prevented a larger security breach inside the high-risk facility.
A search operation was launched in nearby areas to hunt possible facilitators.
Authorities said intelligence efforts are being intensified to trace the network behind the assault.
Residents reported hearing gunfire but were later informed that the situation was fully contained.
Security forces assured the public that additional measures are now in place around the area.
The government and military leadership paid tribute to the martyred personnel.
They vowed that such attacks will not deter ongoing operations against militant group
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