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20 militants killed in Zabul province

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  • By Combined Joint Task Force - 101
  • Combined Press Information Center
Afghan National Security Forces and Coalition forces killed 20 militants September 2 during a patrol in Naw Bahar District, Zabul province.

ANSF and Coalition forces were conducting a combat security patrol when they were attacked by militants with small-arms and rocket-propelled grenade fire. Troops responded with small-arms, heavy-weapons and close air support, killing 20 militants.

No ANSF, Coalition forces or civilian casualties were reported.