Afghan Forces launch offensive against ISIS in Nangarhar province bordering Pakistan

Afghan Forces launch offensive against ISIS in Nangarhar province bordering Pakistan
KABUL: Afghan Forces have launched an operation against ISIS  militant group in Nangarhar province.

 

Afghan ministry claimed that Afghan National Army (ANA) 201 Selaab Corps launched an operation with coordination of Police and National Intelligence Agency.

 

The codename of operation is ‘Shaheen 18’ and will continue until the area is cleared of militants.

 

The pro-government militiamen will deploy check posts in the area with the help of security forces.

 

Afghan Air Force will also participate in operation against ISIS militant group.