[Tolo News] At least two bombing plotters were killed on Wednesday night in eastern Khost province,... across the border from Miranshah, within commuting distance of Haqqani hangouts such as Datta Khel and probably within sight of Mordor. Khost is populated by six different tribes of Pashtuns, the largest probably being the Khostwal, from which it takes its name...
local officials said.
| "Welcome to Hell, gentlemen. Please keep all detached bits with you at all times. We do not reconnect trunk, head, and stray limbs if found individually." |
A third bombing plotter has been maimed in the incident and is in police custody, officials added.
| Let us hope that the injury is embarrassing, very painful, and expensive to repair. As an object lesson to others, not because we are vindictive, of course. |
Khost province is bordered by Pakistain where Talibs are active in some svillages.
Afghan and Nato forces have previously launched many military operations in Khost province to wipe out the Death Eaters.
Militants have previously attacked on foreign forces' convoys and bases and raided Afghan police check posts in the province, but have suffered heavy casualties.