At least six militants, including a Chechen militant identified as Omar Chechen, has been during the clashes in north of Afghanistan.
Chechen was killed in Bghlan-e-Markazi district of northern Baghlan province, reports the Khaama Press.
Among the five killed the Commander has been identified as Qari Zahir.
So far, the anti-government armed militant groups including the Taliban insurgents have not commented regarding the report.
Heavy clashes reportedly continue between the Afghan forces and the militant in Surkh Kotal after the militants launched a major attack on security posts on Saturday night.
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