Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) police, Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), in collaboration with intelligence agencies, carried out a joint intelligence-based operation in the outskirts of Islamabad, arresting three operatives of a banned organization on Friday. A police spokesperson told APP that the arrested terrorists were found in possession of explosives, hand grenades, and firearms with ammunition. He added that the operation successfully foiled a potential terror plot that could have posed a significant threat to the security of the federal capital. The prompt action by the CTD and intelligence agencies prevented a major incident, he noted. He said a case has been registered against the terrorists at the CTD Islamabad police station, and investigations are ongoing.