16 Pakistanis among 50 militants killed in Paktia Province, say police

Salaam Times

2017-07-28

PAKTIA -- Paktia Province police killed more than 50 militants, including 16 Pakistanis, in Jani Khel District, Khaama Press reported Thursday (July 27), quoting provincial police.

The casualties occurred during a four-day-long battle, said police.

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