The Taliban militants and their local leaders suffered heavy casualties during the ongoing operations in Sangin, Nad-e-Ali, and Washir districts, southern Helmand province of Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported.

The provincial government media office in a statement confirmed that 29 Taliban insurgents including their local commanders were killed during the operations.

The statement further added that the operations are being conducted under the name of Maiwand-70 and as a result at least two militants were also arrested by the security forces.

At least five local leaders of the Taliban insurgents were among those killed, the provincial government said, adding that a vehicle, three motorcycles, one assault rifle, and a communication device were also seized during the operations.

Source: MENA