Five other suspected militants were killed in clashes with armed forces in Kurram Agency.—File Photo

PESHAWAR: Security forces on Wednesday bombed militant hideouts in upper Orakzai agency, killing seven suspected militants, DawnNews reported.

According to security sources, the heavy shelling was carried out in Mamozai, Khadizai and Chapar kali areas of Orakzai agency, destroying four militant safe-houses.

Moreover, security forces recovered over 40 rockets and a large number of landmines in a major search operation in Arhang, Zakhtun and Gandi Tal areas.

Meanwhile, five other suspected militants were killed in clashes with armed forces in Kurram Agency.

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