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| Afghanistan |
| Taliban launch attacks in Nuristan |
| 2010-07-18 |
| [Iran Press TV Latest] Taliban militants have launched a series of deadly attacks in Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan Province to regain control of Barg-e Metal district. The clashes broke out on Friday night after Taliban militants attacked a government office in the region. Afghan officials said 11 militants were killed and several others were injured during Friday's clashes. Meanwhile, media reports said that clashes were still continuing, adding that it had spread to other areas in the region. Militants were reportedly launching attacks on the governor's office, when the security forces returned fire. Earlier in May, Taliban militants regained control of Barg-e Metal district for several days, but government forces recaptured the area shortly afterwards. |
| Posted by:Fred |