Air strike destroys Taliban leader's compound in Faryab, killing 13

Salaam Times

FARYAB -- An air strike targeting a Taliban leader's compound in Faryab Province left at least 13 militants dead and a number of others wounded, Khaama Press reported Thursday (September 6).

The air strike, which occurred in Shirin Tagab District, destroyed a facility used by the Taliban leader Qari Rahmatullah, according to Khaama Press, citing a statement by the Afghan National Army's 209th Shaheen Corps.

In a separate clash with Afghan security forces, at least 7 militants were killed in Qaisar District, the statement added.

At least two Afghan soldiers were injured in the Qaisar battle.

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