Islamabad, July 26 -- Three terrorists linked to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed in an intelligence-based operation conducted by Pakistan's Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) in Swat's Barikot of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday, Geo News reported, citing a CTD spokesperson.

According to Geo News, the terrorists were identified as Ajmal, alias Waqas; Mutiullah, alias Junaid; and Rahimullah. The operation was launched based on credible intelligence about their presence in the area.

Ajmal, who carried a bounty of PKR 2 million, was wanted in nine terrorism cases, including murder and extortion. Mutiullah faced two terrorism-related charges and was allegedly involved in the targeted killings of individuals who support...