https://t4w9r6m9.rocketcdn.me/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Taliban-Fighters.jpg — In this photograph taken on November 3, 2015, Afghan Taliban fighters listen to Mullah Mohammad Rasool Akhund (unseen) at Bakwah in the western province of Farah. [Photo: JAVED TANVEER/AFP/Getty Images]

8 Taliban Killed in North Afghanistan

06 Sep 2020, 11:58 by Mohammad Arif Sheva

BALKH, Afghanistan – At least eight Taliban militants killed in a clash with Afghan security forces in Charbolak district of Balkh province in North Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defense confirmed.

A group of Taliban stormed in Sabzi Kar area of Charbolak district, while plotting for a terrorist attack, according to the Ministry.

Afghan defense forces defied the militant group, killing at least eight members of the Taliban during shootouts.

Meanwhile, security official seized a number of arms and ammunition from the area.

Taliban did not immediately comment on the claim.

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Mohammad Arif Sheva
Muhammad Arif Sheva holds a B.A degree in Journalism from Int'l Peace Leadership College Rizal, Philippines. Sheva works as an editor and content writer for Khaama Press.