12 Insurgents Renounce Violence in Balkh

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A 12-member insurgent group laid down its weapons and surrendered to Afghan forces in northern Balkh province on Wednesday, local officials said.

Now that these men have joined the peace process, security will be improving in Balkh province, officials added.

Local officials said the armed insurgents under Sardar Mohammad handed over their weapons to security authorities in Nar-e-Shahi district of Balkh.

More than 150 insurgents have been laid down their weapons and surrendered to Afghan security forces in the past six months in Balkh province, officials said.

The surrender comes as Afghan and Nato forces conduct clearing operations around the country in advance of handing over responsibility for providing security to local troops.

Thursday, 01 December 2011 10:57
 Last Updated on Thursday, 01 December 2011 12:03
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