Security forces conducted an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Sarwakai area of South Waziristan district and recovered a huge cache of weapons, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Sunday.

The forces conducted the IBO on the presence of militants in the area.

"During the search of the area, a large number of weapons, ammunition and improvised explosive device preparation material was recovered from the hideout," the ISPR said.

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The weapons and ammunition recovered from the hideout include submachine guns, RPG-7, hand grenades, and a large quantity of ammunition of multiple calibres, the statement added.

Last week, security forces killed two terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in Thal, North Waziristan District.

"The killed terrorists were involved in terrorist activities against security forces, target killing and kidnapping for ransom," the ISPR said.