SHARAN (Pajhwok): At least 15 Taliban insurgent have been killed during a clearing operation in the Gomal district of southeastern Paktika province, officials claimed on Monday.
Col. Mohammad Ayub, commander of the 6th battalion of the army, told Pajhwok Afghan News security forces launched the offensive on the Gomal highway two days ago.
He said 15 militants, including Pakistani rebels, were killed and several other wounded during the offensive.
He added their operations were slowed down by landmines planted on the route. However, he hoped . . .
