Clashes continue b/w Taliban militants, Afghan forces

Clashes continue b/w Taliban militants, Afghan forces

In Afghanistan, fight for the Ghazni city continued on fourth consecutive day as Taliban militants and security forces are engaged in heavy clashes.

According to government official, the death toll has risen to above 300, including civilians, security forces and Taliban.

Afghan Defence Minister Tariq Shah Bahrami speaking at a press conference in Kabul said more than 100 security forces were killed in the intense fighting.

Afghan forces are battling Taliban after they stormed Ghazni city on Friday. (APP/AFP)