Troops secure strategic area on Khyber-Orakzai border

[Dawn] Security forces took over the strategic Chapri Ferozkhel area on the border of the Orakzai and Khyber agencies.

Troops had launched an offensive from two sides on militant strongholds inside the Orakzai tribal region.

The air and ground offensive was launched from the Hangu and Kurram agencies, resulting in the taking over of the strategic area.

Security forces say the area served as the main supply and travel route for militants, who then carried out terrorist activities across the NWFP.

Important routes leading to Darra Adamkhel, Tirrah Valley and Orakzai were also cleared.

These routes were used by militants involved in suicide attacks and car bomb explosions.
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