28 Militants Surrender to Afghan Authorities

Twenty eight militants laid down their weapons and surrendered to the authorities in eastern and western Afghanistan on Sunday, officials said.

"A 20-member a group of militants including a fourteen-year-old young man renounced violence and joined the government from four districts of Nangarhar province today," deputy governor, Mohammad Hanif Gredwal told TOLOnews reporter.

The men were activate in Acheen, Spin Ghar, Haskamina and Bati Koot districts of Nangarhar province, fighting against insurgents, Mr Gredwal said.

As more insurgents join the peace process, security will improve in the province, he added.

Meanwhile, an 8-member group of militants - including its commander, Mullah Ghulaam Sakhi - renounced violence and surrendered to authorities in Herat province today, Asil ul Din Jami, and provincial acting governor told TOLOnews reporter.

The men were active in Gozara district of Herat, fighting against government, he said.

Recently nearly 100 insurgents have joined the peace process in the country as Afghan and Nato forces have increased military operations in volatile regions.


from TOLO

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