18 militants killed in Afghanistan

At least 18 militants were killed and 17 others injured when security forces raided Taliban positions in Afghanistan's Dasht-e-Archi district, an official said on Thursday.

According to the official, the security forces backed by aircrafts attacked Taliban hideouts on Wednesday, Xinhua news agency reported.

Over 20 militants were also arrested in Saripul Province, the official added.

--IANS

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