16 Pak terrorists killed in air strikes

Pakistani jets today pounded militant positions near the Afghan border in the restive northwestern tribal region killing at least 16 terrorists.

The air strikes were conducted in different areas of Tirah Valley in Khyber agency.

According to security sources, 16 terrorists were killed in the strikes while four of their hideouts were destroyed.

The slain terrorists are said to be affiliated with the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan.