Aerial strikes kill 20 suspected militants in Khyber Agency

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At least 20 suspected terrorists were killed and five militant hideouts were destroyed during targeted aerial strikes by fighter jets in Khyber Agency on Thursday.

The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that the fighter aircraft struck militant hideouts in Akakhel, Tirah and other areas of the agency as part of ongoing Khyber-1 operation.

The details, however, could not be verified as access for journalists is restricted in the area.

Eight Pakistani soldiers and 21 terrorists were killed while several others injured earlier on Wednesday in Spin Qamar area of Khyber Agency.

According to ISPR, about 66 militants and 12 soldiers have been injured in the army’s ongoing operations in Khyber so far. Whereas, more than 100 militants, including some key commanders, have surrendered to the authorities.

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