Islamabad, 12 November, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of 10 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police personnel in a terrorist attack in the Dara Baka Khel area of Kohat. Strongly condemning the attack, the prime minister paid tribute to the martyred officers and personnel, including Deputy Superintendent of Police Haider Zaman, who laid down their lives while bravely confronting the terrorists. He said the brave officers and personnel of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police had set a remarkable example of courage, dedication and commitment to duty, adding that those who sacrificed their lives for the country’s peace and security were national heroes. The prime minister said the killing of 18 militants during the operation reflected the professional capabilities, bravery and unwavering resolve of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police in the fight against terrorism. He described the nexus between criminal elements and Fitna al-Khawarij as a malicious attempt to spread instability in the country, vowing that such elements would not be allowed to achieve their nefarious objectives. Shehbaz Sharif said Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Police had rendered unprecedented sacrifices in the war against terrorism, which the entire nation held in high regard. He also praised the courage and steadfastness demonstrated by police and other law enforcement personnel in fulfilling their responsibilities. The prime minister reaffirmed that the entire nation stood shoulder to shoulder with the security forces and law enforcement agencies in the fight against terrorism, stressing that no compromise would be made on Pakistan’s peace and stability and that the government remained determined to completely eradicate terrorism from the country.