Army-militants clashes erupt in Darra Adam Khel
Published: May 12, 2008PESHAWAR - Amidst resuming of the negotiations between the government and alleged militants, headed by Baitullah Mehsud, clashes between miscreants and security forces again erupted in the narrow tribal strip of Darra Adam Khel on Sunday. The authorities have claimed arrest of two militants, who sustained injuries during the clashes. However, there are unconfirmed reports of several casualties from both the sides. The clashes erupted when the militants allegedly opened fires at a convoy of the armed forces near the village Sheeni in Darra Adam Khel. In retaliation, the security forces
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Asif against adopting illegal course
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May 12 carnage still awaits inquiry
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No PPP back-channel contacts with President
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