July 16, 2026 12:16 am (IST)
At least 26 kidnapped civilians rescued in Afghanistan
Kabul, Feb 18 (IBNS): At least 26 civilians, who were kidnapped by the Islamic State militants, have been rescued by Afghanistan government officials, local Khaama Press reported
The civilians were rescued from Nangarhar province.
Four ISIS militants were arrested and five militants killed during the operation.
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