Local sources say that clashes between the Taliban and Pakistani forces in Paktika Province continued for several hours, forcing some residents to flee their homes out of fear of the fighting.
Sources told the Hasht-e Subh Daily on Tuesday, October 20, that the clashes occurred at around 10:00 p.m. on Monday in the Barmal and Angoor Adda areas, near the Durand Line.
According to the sources, both sides used heavy weapons during the clashes, and the fighting continued for several hours.
Local sources added that, following the clashes, some residents of Paktika fled their homes at midnight and sought refuge in other areas.
No precise details have yet been released regarding possible casualties or the cause of the clashes.
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