FC kills 24 extremists in Mohmand gunfights

PESHAWAR: At least three soldiers embraced martyrdom and 24 militants were killed Friday in gunfights in Mohmand after about 150 militants attacked paramilitary check points, officials said.

"About 150 Taliban militants attacked five Frontier Corps (FC) checkposts in Baidnami village near the border with Afghanistan," a senior security official said.

"The attack was repulsed leaving 24 militants dead and three of our men (paramilitary soldiers) embraced martyrdom," the official said. '12 security men also receive injuries in the clash.'

Local administration officials and paramilitary force confirmed the attack and casualties.