The Samungli airbase was also used by the United States to conduct military logistics operations for the post-9/11 War in Afghanistan.

According to a military spokesperson, Pakistani security forces pre-emptively engaged the terrorists during their infiltration attempt.

Heavy contingents of police and security forces responded after an intense gunfight erupted between the terrorists and airbase personnel, during which explosives were extensively used.

A wounded militant was captured by security forces and subsequently shifted for medical treatment and interrogation.

The Pakistan Armed Forces' Inter-Services Public Relations media wing later released a conclusive statement saying that both airbases had been secured.