Monday, November 19, 2007 1:12 PM
Security forces have captured Shariat Bridge in Tehsil Ghorband of Shangla District early this morning. Local sources say the army crossed the bridge early morning and is advancing towards Alpuri townl which is still under the control of the militants.
Military spokesman General Waheed Arshad has confirmed that the bridge, which was being controlled by the militants has been captured. He says the security forces are moving fast towards the militant’s stronghold of Alpuri Headquarters in Alpuri Tehsil. He did not confirm any causality in today's fighting.
A spokesman for the militants said that fighting is continuing in the mountainous area of Belay Baba for the sixth consecutive day. Security forces are using heavy artillery and gunship helicopters against the militants in the area.
Meanwhile, the security forces also pounded different areas in Tehsil Kabal and Matta last night. There are no reports of any causality in the last night attacks.
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