Afghan forces said they killed 41 fighters and captured 62 after border clashes in Nuristan. The claim escalates tensions with Pakistan as both sides trade accusations over cross-border militancy.

Afghanistan's Defence Ministry said its forces killed 28 fighters who crossed from Pakistan into Nuristan province, alleging Pakistani military support.

Afghanistan's Defence Ministry said its forces killed 28 fighters who crossed from Pakistan into Nuristan province, alleging Pakistani military support.