BBC NEWS 24 114 08 Oct 17:24/15
CLASH REPORTED ON IRANIAN-AFGHAN BORDER
Iranian troops are reported to have
clashed with forces from Afghanistan's
ruling Taleban movement on the border
between the two countries.
According to Iranian TV, the Taleban
troops opened fire with light and heavy
weapons early this morning.
The report said Iranian troops returned
fire, forcing a Taleban retreat. The
Taleban has denied a clash took place.
Some 200,000 Iranian troops are posted
on the border following recent tension.
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