PESHAWAR: According to government sources, security forces killed six militants on Thursday in the ongoing operation in central Kurram, DawnNews reported.

Two security personnel were also injured in the clash that took place in the Gwaki area of central Kurram.

Meanwhile, five other security personnel were injured when a landmine exploded near their vehicle in the Manato area of the tribal region.

The ongoing operation against militants continues in the tribal region, while security forces claim to have cleared out several areas of insurgents.