20 militants killed in South Waziristan operation

At least 20 militants were killed in skirmishes with security forces in South Waziristan in last 24 hours. According to ISPR, eight security men including an officer were injured during clashes. Security forces captured large cache of arms including machineguns during search operation in Sararogha, Raghzai, Sagar Langer, Totikhel and Bahadarkhel areas. Security forces arrested 18 militants during the operation, while three others laid down their arms. Forces have controlled areas from Shakai to Kanigaram. Mir Ali and Meraan Shah road has been opened for traffic.