Militants attack checkpost in Upper Dir, 7 security personnel killed

Afghan militants target a checkpost in the Shiltalao area of Upper Dir and blow up bridge to prevent retaliatory fire.

DIR: Seven security officials were killed when Afghan militants attacked a checkpost in Upper Dir on Wednesday.

Express 24/7 correspondent Umar Farooq reports that Afghan militants crossed the border and targeted a checkpost in the Shiltalao area of Upper Dir. Seven security personnel were killed as a result.

The militants also destroyed two schools and blew up a main bridge to avoid retaliation from the security forces .

Farooq reports that in the ongoing battle, security forces have deployed gunship helicopters targeting the militants and that casualties may rise.