Four militants killed crossing into Tajikistan from Afghanistan: Statement
The statement said the men ignored orders to surrender and opened fire, prompting a combat operation in which all four.
Amu Region, Security
Security
Pakistan PM says Islamabad has evidence of Taliban links to TTP
Sharif accused the Taliban of maintaining links with the TTP and allowing the group to operate against Pakistan.
Security
Afghanistan: Drones spotted over Panjshir province, sources say
It was not immediately clear who operated the drones or why they were deployed.
Security
Robbery suspect killed during arrest operation in Helmand: Statement
The incident occurred during an attempt to arrest the suspects in the District 3 of Lashkargah City.
Security
Clashes over gold mining in Takhar subside but grievances remain, residents say
Residents said they protested over lack of basic services or employment opportunities linked to the gold mine.
Security
Taliban confirm four killed in Takhar gold mine clashes
Taliban said three local residents and one employee of a mining company were killed in fighting in Chah Ab district.
Security
Tensions persist over gold mining in northern Afghanistan
“We have no roads, no dams, no clinics or hospitals. Everything is being looted," said a Takhar resident.
Security
Afghanistan: Protests over gold mining flare again in Takhar
“We are here to seek justice,” said Hibatullah, a resident of Chah Ab.
Economy, Security
Taliban send delegation to probe Takhar gold mine clash
Sources said that at least six people, including five residents and one employee of the mining company, were killed in.
Security
Six killed in clashes over gold mine in northern Afghanistan, sources say
Taliban have since cordoned off parts of the mining area in a section of the district known locally as Samti.