ISLAMABAD, Jul 9 (APP): The security forces have recovered the body of most wanted terrorist commander of Sakhra Valley, Umar Zada, who was killed in operation on Wednesday. According to an update issued by ISPR here Thursday, security forces conducted search and clearance operation in Tiligram valley and destroyed one explosives laboratory, while one soldier was injured. During the search operation 13 suspected terrorists were apprehended and few others were killed.

The security forces conducted search and clearance operation in Kalagai near Matta and defused 7 IEDs, destroyed 7 hide outs and one terrorist training center including tunnels and bunkers.

During the search and clearance operations at Batkhela area near Malakand security forces apprehended 12 suspected terrorists.

An IED blasted near road clearance party moving from Jani Khel to Sarabangla in Bannu, resultantly six soldiers were injured.

So far, 1150 tons rations and other items were distributed amongst the IDPs of Malakand as part of relief activities, while 12,275 cash cards were distributed amongst the IDPs of Malakand.

Special permits are being issued to fruit dealers of Swat to carry fruit trucks to Peshawar from July 10 to July 12.