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ISLAMABAD, June 9 (KUNA) -- Pakistani security forces have killed another
27 militants and arrested 22 others in the ongoing operation in Malakand
Division, said military on Tuesday.
The security forces and Lashkar (force) of local people in various parts of
Malakand Division killed 27 more militants and apprehended 22 others, while
further areas were also secured, said military in a press statement.
One soldier was also killed and nine others were injured, it added.
A tunnel, cache of arms, and ammunition and explosive materials were also
recovered by the security forces in the search and cordon operation carried
out around Peochar valley, said the statement.
So far, security forces have killed over 1300 militants in Malakand
Division operation since last month, launched after the peace deal collapsed
between the militants and the government. (end)
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