Afghanistan, Feb. 5 -- Pakistan's military says operations in Balochistan ended after intense fighting, killing hundreds of militants and weakening networks threatening civilians and regional security.

Pakistan's army announced the end of a major security operation in Balochistan, saying 216 militants were killed during coordinated actions against armed groups.

The military claimed the militants posed an imminent threat to civilians and alleged that the fighters were backed by India, an accusation New Delhi has repeatedly denied.

According to the army statement, clearance operations significantly weakened militant networks, while forces seized large stockpiles of weapons, ammunition, explosives, and foreign-origin military equipment.

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