HERAT (Pajhwok): Five Daesh or Islamic State militants have been killed in a targeted operation in western Herat province, an official said on Wednesday.
Hamidullah Mutawakil, the spokesperson of the provincial governor, confirmed that security forces of the General Directorate of Intelligence (GDI) dismantled a hideout of Daesh during a targeted raid last night.
Mutawakil said the operation was conducted in the limits of 12th district in Baba Jee area.
Security forces also seized some weapons and ammunition during the operation, he added.
The police headquarters also confirmed the operation and said the security forces remained unharmed.
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