26 dead in Pakistani clashes

Updated: 16:03, Sunday, 7 October 2007

At least 26 people have been killed in clashes between militants and soldiers in Pakistan's tribal areas today.

At least 26 people have been killed including two soldiers and four civilians in clashes between militants and soldiers in Pakistan's tribal areas today.

Security forces launched an attack against militant bases and hide-outs in the restive North Waziristan region bordering Afghanistan.

At least 20 militants and two security officials were killed in the fighting in Mir Ali town.

Local residents said four civilians also died, including three women.

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