At least 11 alleged militants were killed when the security forces continued action at scattered areas of Upper Orakzai on a third consecutive day on Sunday. Officials informed several militant hideouts at Sama Mamoozai in Jawakai and its surrounding areas were targeted with jet fighters. Several hideouts were razed to the grounds while officials quoted informers claimed 11 militants were killed. Officials said action against militants was underway in Upper Orakzai and its adjacent areas of Central Kurram Agency. During the last three days over 45 alleged militants were killed and several dins were demolished. The security forces launched military action against the militants after an attack against the contingents. One soldier was killed and 22 other injured in the first days attack while three security personnel including an officer were killed in a land mine explosion on the second day clashes at Central Kurram Agency.
