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Taliban recruiting Helmand youth, say police officer

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LASHKARGAH (Pajhwok): The Taliban insurgents have launched a recruitment drive in the restive southern province of Helmand, an official said on Thursday.

Greshk district police chief, 1st Lt. Mohammad Ismail Khpalwak, told Pajhwok Afghan News the number of fighters had lately risen because of youth duped into swelling Taliban ranks.

“The rebels have been tricking youngsters into taking part in fighting against governmentforces. Youth are told they will be allowed to sell the weapons and ammunition seized from security posts.”

Recently the Taliban tried to . . .

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