Taliban miltiants launch coordinated attack in Afghan city

Taliban militants launched a coordinated attack in Afghanistan's northern Kunduz city to recapture its control, authorities said on October 3.

According to a provincial official, the offensive was launched from different parts of the city on the night of October 2 following which sporadic clashes continued on the outskirts of the city, the Khaama news reported.

The militants have blocked some key routes to the other districts including a highway connecting Kunduz to the Aliabad district, officials added.

There were no reports of casualties in lieu of attack so far.

The Taliban militants have launched numerous attacks on Kunduz city since it was re-captured by the Afghan Special Operations Forces last week.

The Taliban insurgents were accused of horrific criminal activities after they seized control of the city including targeted killings, rape, kidnappings, use of civilians as shields, and looting.