Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed after crossing from Pakistan

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Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed after crossing from Pakistan

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Afghanistan's defense ministry reported killing 28 fighters and wounding 32 in Nuristan province after militants, including Islamic State members, crossed from Pakistan. The incident highlights ongoing cross-border militant violence.

KABUL, Sept 27 - Afghanistan's defence ministry said on Sunday its forces had killed 28 fighters and wounded 32 in the eastern province of Nuristan after a group it said included Islamic State militants crossed from Pakistan.

World Security Conflict Politics Afghanistan military operations Islamic State Nuristan Pakistan cross-border violence

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