5 local uprising member killed in Parwan attack

CHARIKAR (Pajhwok): Five local uprising members were killed and as many injured in the Taliban attack in central Parwan province, an official said on Friday.

A well-placed source said a 50-member groups led by Commander Nisaruddin was on its way to Ghorband Valley to support security forces when ambushed by the Taliban in the Sufi Khelo area of Shinwari district.

District Police Spokesperson Mohammad Maiwand Alozai confirmed the incident and added the incident happened before noon on Friday.

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