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Global Headlines Afghanistan: Coordinated Taliban attack repulsed by forces, at least 15 militants killed
Just Earth News | @justearthnews | 08 Nov 2017, 08:04 am Print
Kabul, Nov 8 (JEN): A coordinated attack by the Taliban militants were repulsed by Afghan forces in Maidan Wardak province of the country, local Khaama Press reported.
The incident took place on Tuesday night.
Militants attacked the police academy in Syedabad district which initiated in a gun battle, resulting in the death of at least 15 militants.
The report was confirmed by Provincial governor Zondi Gul Zamani.
Officials have also added that the security forces have not suffered any casualties.
The Taliban has not commented on the report so far.
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