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| Taliban commander among 4 killed in Nuristan drone strike |
| 2014-12-29 |
| [Khaama (Afghanistan)] At least four Taliban militants including the group’s local commander were killed following a drone strike in eastern Nuristan province. According to the local government officials, the airstrike was carried out by the coalition security forces in Wanat Wigal district. Acting provincial governor Hafiz Abdul Qayum said the airstrike was carried out late on Sunday evening in Mandish village. Qayum further added that the Taliban commander was identified as Syed Izam who was killed along with his three companions. He said the local residents did not suffer any casualties following the air raid. Nuristan is among the volatile provinces in eastern Afghanistan where anti-government armed militant groups are actively operating. |
| Posted by:Fred |