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Swat (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa): Timeline (Terrorist Activities) -2009
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May - 1 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 1 killed two Taliban commanders and injured four others in a clash at the Langar check-post in the Khwazakhela sub-division of Swat District, The News reported. Sources said the militants opened fire on the check-post, leading to a gun-battle in which two Taliban command
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 1 killed two Taliban commanders and injured four others in a clash at the Langar check-post in the Khwazakhela sub-division of Swat District, The News reported. Sources said the militants opened fire on the check-post, leading to a gun-battle in which two Taliban commanders, identified as Nisar and Islam, were killed and four others injured. According to unconfirmed reports, six militants were killed in the clash. SFs also recovered a rifle, two hand-grenades and a Kalashnikov from the militants. In addition, gunship helicopters continued shelling the hilly areas of Matta and Peuchar.
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May - 2 
Five Taliban militants, including two key commanders, were killed in fighting with the Security Forces (SFs) in the Charbagh tehsil ((revenue division) of Swat District in NWFP on May 2, according to Daily Times. Sources said the troops also seized a car prepared for a suicide attack and arrested th
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Five Taliban militants, including two key commanders, were killed in fighting with the Security Forces (SFs) in the Charbagh tehsil ((revenue division) of Swat District in NWFP on May 2, according to Daily Times. Sources said the troops also seized a car prepared for a suicide attack and arrested three armed Taliban militants.
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May - 2 
The military said that the Taliban militants attacked a security check post on Khawazakhela Bridge in Swat in violation of the peace deal. The military said that 10 Levies personnel abducted by the Taliban militants in Upper Dir area were released, but the militants took their weapons.
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The military said that the Taliban militants attacked a security check post on Khawazakhela Bridge in Swat in violation of the peace deal. The military said that 10 Levies personnel abducted by the Taliban militants in Upper Dir area were released, but the militants took their weapons.
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May - 2 
The Taliban attacked a grid station with rockets, destroying the facility and disrupting power supply to Mingora. They also attacked a Police station in Rahimabad late on May 2. The ensuing gunfight reportedly continued until the next morning. The Taliban also partially destroyed the Chamtalai Bridg
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The Taliban attacked a grid station with rockets, destroying the facility and disrupting power supply to Mingora. They also attacked a Police station in Rahimabad late on May 2. The ensuing gunfight reportedly continued until the next morning. The Taliban also partially destroyed the Chamtalai Bridge in Khawazakhela by a bomb blast. Four militants were reportedly injured in a clash after they attacked the Security Forces in the Sambat Ridge area. Separately, the Taliban abducted the Mingora town municipal officer and his son from Sharifabad. They released the two later but seized their vehicle.
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May - 3 
A civilian was killed as SFs and the Taliban clashed in Madyan. Further, two beheaded bodies were found in the Alam Ganj area of Khwazakhela. Witnesses said both were Frontier Corps troopers. The Taliban also robbed a bank in Chakdara bazaar. Reports said they took away PKR 600,000 from the Habib Ba
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A civilian was killed as SFs and the Taliban clashed in Madyan. Further, two beheaded bodies were found in the Alam Ganj area of Khwazakhela. Witnesses said both were Frontier Corps troopers. The Taliban also robbed a bank in Chakdara bazaar. Reports said they took away PKR 600,000 from the Habib Bank.
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May - 3 
Armed Taliban militants were out on the streets of Mingora town on May 3 in what the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) called a gross violation of the peace deal. “Militants are involved in various criminal activities threatening the lives of the civilian population, the civil administration as
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Armed Taliban militants were out on the streets of Mingora town on May 3 in what the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) called a gross violation of the peace deal. “Militants are involved in various criminal activities threatening the lives of the civilian population, the civil administration as well as security forces personnel,” it said.
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May - 3 
Early on May 3, the Taliban blew up a girls’ high school in the Ningolai area of Kabal sub-division. While the building was destroyed, no casualty was reported. Further, a mechanic was arrested from Watakai Chowk when he was preparing a vehicle for a suicide attack. Another vehicle prepared for a su
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Early on May 3, the Taliban blew up a girls’ high school in the Ningolai area of Kabal sub-division. While the building was destroyed, no casualty was reported. Further, a mechanic was arrested from Watakai Chowk when he was preparing a vehicle for a suicide attack. Another vehicle prepared for a suicide attack was on its way to Saidu Sharif when the troops spotted it and later destroyed it after a gunfight. Three Taliban militants were arrested along with a suicide vehicle in Mingora, the ISPR said.
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May - 3 
In Madyan, the Taliban fired at the Security Forces (SFs) killing one soldier. Three other soldiers were injured in various clashes with the Taliban in Swat.
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In Madyan, the Taliban fired at the Security Forces (SFs) killing one soldier. Three other soldiers were injured in various clashes with the Taliban in Swat.
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May - 3 
The banned Tehreek-e-Nafaz-e-Shariat-e-Mohammadi (TNSM) – which had promised to ensure peace in Swat District in return for the establishment of Sharia (Islamic courts) – on May 3 rejected the Darul Qaza appellate court set up by the NWFP Government, Daily Times reported. Ameer Izzat Khan, the chief
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The banned Tehreek-e-Nafaz-e-Shariat-e-Mohammadi (TNSM) – which had promised to ensure peace in Swat District in return for the establishment of Sharia (Islamic courts) – on May 3 rejected the Darul Qaza appellate court set up by the NWFP Government, Daily Times reported. Ameer Izzat Khan, the chief spokesman for TNSM chief Maulana Sufi Muhammad, said the Government had acted unilaterally in establishing the Darul Qaza and had violated the peace agreement. He said it had been decided in a May 1 meeting between the provincial Government and TNSM in Timergara that the former would first announce an end to the operations in Malakand following which the Taliban would declare a cease-fire.
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May - 4 
According to Daily Times, the Swat peace agreement crumbled on May 4 as Taliban militants took over Mingora, the district headquarters of Swat in the NWFP, taking positions atop Government and private buildings and patrolling the deserted streets. "The city is in complete control of the Taliban, who
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According to Daily Times, the Swat peace agreement crumbled on May 4 as Taliban militants took over Mingora, the district headquarters of Swat in the NWFP, taking positions atop Government and private buildings and patrolling the deserted streets. "The city is in complete control of the Taliban, who say they are taking positions to guard the local population," Mingora residents said. Local residents said both the Security Forces and the Taliban militants set up checkposts on roads leading to Mingora and soldiers were seen on high alert in Kabal. Military authorities had announced curfew in the city from 7pm to 6am and had warned the violators of stern action.
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May - 4 
Calling the Pakistani Government and Army "enemies of Muslims", the Swat Taliban vowed on May 4 to march forward till death, according to Daily Times. "Either we’ll be martyred or we’ll march forward," Taliban spokesman Muslim Khan told Reuters by telephone. He said elements in the military and the
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Calling the Pakistani Government and Army "enemies of Muslims", the Swat Taliban vowed on May 4 to march forward till death, according to Daily Times. "Either we’ll be martyred or we’ll march forward," Taliban spokesman Muslim Khan told Reuters by telephone. He said elements in the military and the Government were trying to sabotage the peace process to please the United States. "This is not our army, this is not our Government," he added. They’re worse enemies of Muslims than the Americans. They’re US stooges. " We will give a fitting reply to security forces if Sufi Muhammad decides to revoke the deal with the Government," he said while talking to AFP.
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May - 5 
An Inter-Services Public Relations statement said militants in Swat blew up a Police station and fired rockets at posts of SFs at Shangla Top, Shamzoi Bridge, Bariam bridge and grid station in Mingora. Militants also looted a store of the World Food Programme in Swat and took away bags of wheat and
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An Inter-Services Public Relations statement said militants in Swat blew up a Police station and fired rockets at posts of SFs at Shangla Top, Shamzoi Bridge, Bariam bridge and grid station in Mingora. Militants also looted a store of the World Food Programme in Swat and took away bags of wheat and cans of edible oil, the statement said. According to BBC, militants have occupied important Government offices, including that of the Commissioner Malakand Division, DIG, Frontier Reserve Police, district nazim and Police investigation offices, in Saidu Sharif. The NWFP Minister for Information Mian Iftikhar Hussain while confirming the militants’ control over the commissioner and DIG offices, expressed ignorance about other offices.
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May - 5 
During clashes between the Security Forces (SFs) and militants in the Swat District on May 5, at least 18 persons, including three militants and two SF personnel, were killed and 20 others sustained injuries, The News reported. Sources said clashes were going on in Mingora city, Khwazakhela, Barikot
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During clashes between the Security Forces (SFs) and militants in the Swat District on May 5, at least 18 persons, including three militants and two SF personnel, were killed and 20 others sustained injuries, The News reported. Sources said clashes were going on in Mingora city, Khwazakhela, Barikot and Shamozai areas, while heavy shelling was witnessed in Qambar area. The shelling and firing continued overnight in which scores of houses were destroyed. Militants also attacked the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police’s office, Commissioner Office, Police station and museum in Saidu Sharif and captured the DIG office.
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May - 5 
SFs continued shelling the militant hideouts, while militants fired rockets and mortar shells at the commissioner house, grid station, circuit house, police station and police posts in Mingora city, Barikot and Shamozai areas in which over a dozen of people were killed. Two SF personnel were also in
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SFs continued shelling the militant hideouts, while militants fired rockets and mortar shells at the commissioner house, grid station, circuit house, police station and police posts in Mingora city, Barikot and Shamozai areas in which over a dozen of people were killed. Two SF personnel were also injured in clashes with militants. According to the Swat Media Centre, a number of militants were killed during fighting with the SFs. Huge explosions were heard during the night in Mingora where militants also attacked office of the DIG, Police Station at Saidu Sharif and museum with rockets and later occupied the DIG office, which had already been vacated by the officials. Sub-Inspector Syed Ail Shah was killed during the clash. Further, fierce fighting between the two sides was reported from the Frontier Constabulary camp in Mingora. Electricity had been suspended in most of the areas of Swat after militants attacked the grid station.
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May - 5 
The militants are reported to have descended from their mountain hideouts and seized homes and Government buildings. They also looted four branches of banks, including the MCB Saidu Sharif branch and main bazaar Mingora city branches of the UBL, NBP and HBL. The militants were also seen patrolling t
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The militants are reported to have descended from their mountain hideouts and seized homes and Government buildings. They also looted four branches of banks, including the MCB Saidu Sharif branch and main bazaar Mingora city branches of the UBL, NBP and HBL. The militants were also seen patrolling the streets of the main town of Mingora. Taliban militants who came down from the mountains late on May 5 were still occupying the homes of local residents and are in possession of many strategic points.
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May - 5 
The United States Special Envoy for Pakistan and Afghanistan Richard Holbrooke said on May 5 the Swat peace deal was dead, Daily Times reported. Appearing before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Holbrooke claimed that President Asif Ali Zardari had already told the US that the agreement would
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The United States Special Envoy for Pakistan and Afghanistan Richard Holbrooke said on May 5 the Swat peace deal was dead, Daily Times reported. Appearing before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Holbrooke claimed that President Asif Ali Zardari had already told the US that the agreement would not work. He said Zardari was opposed to the deal and had only signed it under pressure. Holbrooke suggested that the US might set benchmarks for its aid to Pakistan in various areas, adding that such conditions must not worsen the existing trust-deficit that was plaguing relations between Washington and Islamabad. He also said security assistance to Pakistan must be linked to results and the country must demonstrate its commitment to defeat al Qaeda and other terrorists on its soil. Holbrooke said the US "unambiguously" supported President Zardari and rejected the notion that Pakistan was collapsing. Any attempt by the Pakistani military to launch a coup against Zardari’s eight-month-old civilian government would be "terrible", he added. According to him, "We do not think Pakistan is a failed state… We think it is a state that is under extreme test. We have the same enemies."
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May - 5 
There was a panic among the people when the District Coordination Officer (DCO) Khushal Khan directed the residents of Mingora city, Amankot, Makanbagh, Qambar and Rahimabad areas to leave for safer places when the curfew was relaxed for five hours. Approximately 40,000 people fled the areas soon af
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There was a panic among the people when the District Coordination Officer (DCO) Khushal Khan directed the residents of Mingora city, Amankot, Makanbagh, Qambar and Rahimabad areas to leave for safer places when the curfew was relaxed for five hours. Approximately 40,000 people fled the areas soon after the directives of the DCO. The NWFP Information Minister said up to 500,000 people were expected to flee the Swat valley.
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May - 6 
A former spokesman for the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan in Swat, meanwhile, said none of their men was killed in the fighting. “We vacated the Shahdarra emerald mine on the directives of our Amir Fazlullah,” he claimed. He also said Fazlullah had directed the Taliban to shift to safer places.
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A former spokesman for the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan in Swat, meanwhile, said none of their men was killed in the fighting. “We vacated the Shahdarra emerald mine on the directives of our Amir Fazlullah,” he claimed. He also said Fazlullah had directed the Taliban to shift to safer places.
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May - 6 
In a bid to recapture the Government buildings seized by the Taliban, Security Forces (SFs) on May 6 targeted militants’ strongholds with gunship helicopters and artillery, killing 60 militants, The News reported. In the daylong fighting across the Swat District, 40 civilians and two Frontier Corps
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In a bid to recapture the Government buildings seized by the Taliban, Security Forces (SFs) on May 6 targeted militants’ strongholds with gunship helicopters and artillery, killing 60 militants, The News reported. In the daylong fighting across the Swat District, 40 civilians and two Frontier Corps (FC) soldiers were also killed. Reports indicated that a major military operation is to be launched in Swat and reinforcements have already been deployed in the valley.
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May - 6 
Taliban spokesman Muslim Khan told Al Jazeera on May 6 that they are in control of “90 percent” of the Swat valley, Daily Times reported. Blaming the breakdown of the Swat peace deal on the Pakistani military, Khan said the peace accord with the Government in Swat was over.
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Taliban spokesman Muslim Khan told Al Jazeera on May 6 that they are in control of “90 percent” of the Swat valley, Daily Times reported. Blaming the breakdown of the Swat peace deal on the Pakistani military, Khan said the peace accord with the Government in Swat was over.
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May - 6 
The main clash occurred in Shahdarra where gunship helicopters targeted the militants, who had captured the emerald mine, killing 35 of them and forcing the survivors to leave the mine. SFs also targeted the Takhtaband stronghold of the Taliban, killing 15 militants and injuring scores of others. Th
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The main clash occurred in Shahdarra where gunship helicopters targeted the militants, who had captured the emerald mine, killing 35 of them and forcing the survivors to leave the mine. SFs also targeted the Takhtaband stronghold of the Taliban, killing 15 militants and injuring scores of others. The militants attacked a convoy of the SFs in Kanju, killing one FC trooper and injuring two others. In the subsequent retaliation by the FC, 10 militants were killed. Similarly, another FC convoy was hit by an improvised explosive device, killing one soldier and injuring two others. Seven persons, including five SF personnel, were killed and nine others injured in different incidents in Batkhela. Approximately 60 persons also sustained injuries in clashes between the two sides in different areas of Swat. SFs targeted suspected militant positions in many areas, including Malokabad, Shahdarra, Rung Mohallah, Rajabad, Zamrud Mine, Qazi Baba, Watkai, Naway Killay, Ingoro Dherai, Takhtaband, Balogram and Qambar.
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May - 6 
The Taliban have planted countless landmines and explosive devices around the populated areas of Swat to stop the people from leaving their homes and for using women and children as human shields against the military operation, a federal cabinet meeting was told on May 6, The News reported. However,
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The Taliban have planted countless landmines and explosive devices around the populated areas of Swat to stop the people from leaving their homes and for using women and children as human shields against the military operation, a federal cabinet meeting was told on May 6, The News reported. However, sources close to the Taliban denied mining of the area. They said those charging the Taliban with such inhuman acts may themselves have made such plans. They said the Taliban could not think of using civilians as human shields.
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May - 7 
Jet fighters and helicopter gunships targeted Taliban hideouts and centres in various parts of the Swat and Lower Dir Districts on May 7, killing 60 Taliban militants. “We have carried out airstrikes today on known centres of militants killing around 60 [Taliban] in Swat and Lower Dir,” chief milita
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Jet fighters and helicopter gunships targeted Taliban hideouts and centres in various parts of the Swat and Lower Dir Districts on May 7, killing 60 Taliban militants. “We have carried out airstrikes today on known centres of militants killing around 60 [Taliban] in Swat and Lower Dir,” chief military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas told Daily Times.
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May - 7 
Military sources said 12 militants were killed in the Shamoozai area of Swat, eight others in Malam Jaba and 14 militants were killed in Matta, Shahdheri and Kooza Cheena. Taliban commander Ibne Aqil was also reported killed in a counter-attack by the Police when the Taliban attacked Matta Police st
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Military sources said 12 militants were killed in the Shamoozai area of Swat, eight others in Malam Jaba and 14 militants were killed in Matta, Shahdheri and Kooza Cheena. Taliban commander Ibne Aqil was also reported killed in a counter-attack by the Police when the Taliban attacked Matta Police station. “In 24 hours, we lost nine soldiers and about 10 of them [were] injured,” General Abbas told AFP. Seven of the soldiers were killed when Taliban ambushed a convoy at the entrance to Mingora. Two soldiers were killed in the valley north of Matta,” the military spokesman told the news agency.
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May - 8 
The Security Forces (SFs) killed more than 140 Taliban militants as the military operation continued in the Swat valley of NWFP on May 8, Daily Times reported. 13 of them were killed in a major gun battle at Matta Police station. Seven soldiers were also killed as the SFs took control of Khawazakhel
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The Security Forces (SFs) killed more than 140 Taliban militants as the military operation continued in the Swat valley of NWFP on May 8, Daily Times reported. 13 of them were killed in a major gun battle at Matta Police station. Seven soldiers were also killed as the SFs took control of Khawazakhela and Chamtalai, ISPR Director General Maj Gen Athar Abbas said in a media briefing. He said military had launched a “full-scale operation” in Swat and the Taliban militants were on the run. He said the Taliban militants were trying to block an exodus of civilians through coercion, taking hostages, bombings and blocking roads with trees. According to Reuters, he said there were 4,000 to 5,000 Taliban militants in Swat, including Uzbeks and Tajiks. On May 8, troops targeted Taliban mountaintop training camps, ammunition dumps and command and communication centres in precision strikes. “Special care has been taken to strike identified targets and those targets which are away from populated areas,” he added. 10 Taliban militants were killed in attacks in Takhtaband, Qambar Top and the house of a local lawyer. Another 10 were killed in an attack by helicopter gunship in Kabal. Five Taliban militants, including Commander Akbar Ali were killed in Kanju. The ISPR Director General said the Taliban militants killed the brother of Khawazakhela union council nazim and abducted two Policemen from Sor Bridge in Khawazakhela. They also fired six rockets at the Circuit House in Mingora, killing a soldier. The ISPR said the Taliban resistance in Buner had been reduced considerably, but they were maintaining positions at Sultanwas and Pir Baba. A search and cordon operation continued in Lower Dir. 15 Taliban militants were killed in an attack on a Taliban compound in Maidan, General Abbas said, adding that they included two key commanders.
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May - 9 
Daily Times reports that Security Forces (SFs) killed 55 Taliban militants in various areas of Swat in NWFP on May 9, while 14 Taliban were killed in Lower Dir District after gunship helicopters targeted Maidan area. “We have hit certain militant positions in Mingora with helicopter gunships,” said
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Daily Times reports that Security Forces (SFs) killed 55 Taliban militants in various areas of Swat in NWFP on May 9, while 14 Taliban were killed in Lower Dir District after gunship helicopters targeted Maidan area. “We have hit certain militant positions in Mingora with helicopter gunships,” said military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas. “The Taliban were harassing the civil population and intensely involved in various activities of looting and arson in the city of Mingora and, in an early morning attack, helicopters engaged militant hideouts and reportedly left 15 militants dead,” Abbas added.
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May - 9 
SFs also targeted suspected Taliban positions at Rama Kandhao ridge in Matta tehsil (revenue division) and destroyed the main headquarters of the Taliban there, a military statement added. “Reportedly, 30 to 40 militants have been killed,” it added. Indiscriminate mortar fire by the Taliban militant
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SFs also targeted suspected Taliban positions at Rama Kandhao ridge in Matta tehsil (revenue division) and destroyed the main headquarters of the Taliban there, a military statement added. “Reportedly, 30 to 40 militants have been killed,” it added. Indiscriminate mortar fire by the Taliban militants in Mingora had caused civilian casualties, it said but no details were provided. A Taliban source confirmed heavy bombardment of the Taliban positions by jet planes and helicopters.
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May - 9 
The SFs secured Shangla top advancing up to Biladram town, encountering improvised roadside bombs and fierce Taliban resistance on Chamtalai bridge. The troops resumed operation from Point 2245 and Point 2266 heights captured on May 9, and advanced up to Shalwal Kandao, where one soldier was killed.
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The SFs secured Shangla top advancing up to Biladram town, encountering improvised roadside bombs and fierce Taliban resistance on Chamtalai bridge. The troops resumed operation from Point 2245 and Point 2266 heights captured on May 9, and advanced up to Shalwal Kandao, where one soldier was killed. The SFs also destroyed a Taliban training camp at Banai Baba in Shangla, where up to 150 militants were confirmed dead.
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May - 10 
The Security Forces (SFs) said on May 10 they had killed up to 200 Taliban militants in 24 hours during the on-going operation in Swat even as they secured the Shangla top and important towns and ridges in the Dir and Buner Districts, Daily Times reported. Troops engaged the Taliban in their Peochar
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The Security Forces (SFs) said on May 10 they had killed up to 200 Taliban militants in 24 hours during the on-going operation in Swat even as they secured the Shangla top and important towns and ridges in the Dir and Buner Districts, Daily Times reported. Troops engaged the Taliban in their Peochar headquarters and at hideouts in Kanju, Mingora, Banai Baba, Namal, Qambar, Fizagath, Tiligram and Chamtalai, the Inter-Services Public Relations said in an update. The Inter-Services Public Relations claimed that 140-150 militants were killed in an attack on the Banai Baba training camp in Shangla and 50-60 militants were killed in different areas of Swat valley, The News reported.
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May - 10 
The Taliban’s indiscriminate mortar fire and roadside bombs planted in populated areas killed an unspecified number of civilians. The Taliban also blew up two schools at Barikot and Maniar, and killed a local prayer leader, Zahid Khan, at Nishat Chowk.
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The Taliban’s indiscriminate mortar fire and roadside bombs planted in populated areas killed an unspecified number of civilians. The Taliban also blew up two schools at Barikot and Maniar, and killed a local prayer leader, Zahid Khan, at Nishat Chowk.
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May - 11 
During clashes on May 11, the SFs also suffered casualties. Three soldiers were killed and several others injured in Benai Baba Ziarat when the troops were clearing the area. The advancing troops are reportedly facing fierce encounters with militants, military sources said. However, Banai Baba has n
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During clashes on May 11, the SFs also suffered casualties. Three soldiers were killed and several others injured in Benai Baba Ziarat when the troops were clearing the area. The advancing troops are reportedly facing fierce encounters with militants, military sources said. However, Banai Baba has now been secured, the ISPR said. The troops also cleared the route up to Khwazakhela. Separately, in an attack on Kanju Fort, five SF personnel were wounded while two were injured in the firing on Circuit House, the SFs headquarters in Mingora for Rah-e-Haq-II operation. Militants also fired mortar shells at the Mingora Police station, injuring four soldiers. They also demolished the Government Primary School for Boys at Fazalabad.
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May - 11 
Security Forces (SFs) claimed to have killed 52 militants in the Swat District during the last 24 hours, while 31 persons, including three civilians, were killed in Lower Dir District on May 11, The News reported. Three soldiers were also killed and 14 others wounded in Swat. In addition, seven bodi
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Security Forces (SFs) claimed to have killed 52 militants in the Swat District during the last 24 hours, while 31 persons, including three civilians, were killed in Lower Dir District on May 11, The News reported. Three soldiers were also killed and 14 others wounded in Swat. In addition, seven bodies, including one of a prayer leader at a mosque, were found in different towns of Swat valley.
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May - 11 
Seven bodies were found in different towns on May 11. While four bodies were recovered from the Alamganj area of Khwazakhela sub-division, a corpse found in Charbagh was believed to be that of a prayer leader. A Police official Anwar Ali, kidnapped a few days back, was also killed and his body was t
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Seven bodies were found in different towns on May 11. While four bodies were recovered from the Alamganj area of Khwazakhela sub-division, a corpse found in Charbagh was believed to be that of a prayer leader. A Police official Anwar Ali, kidnapped a few days back, was also killed and his body was thrown in Naway Killay. A beheaded body was found near Palwasha Cinema.
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May - 11 
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said SFs shelled suspected positions of the militants in the Kabal, Tutano Bandai, Deda Khura, Peuchar, Sarband and Matta areas of Swat, killing 30 militants. Locals said that Shagai, Panr and emerald mines were also shelled. However, it could not be confir
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The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said SFs shelled suspected positions of the militants in the Kabal, Tutano Bandai, Deda Khura, Peuchar, Sarband and Matta areas of Swat, killing 30 militants. Locals said that Shagai, Panr and emerald mines were also shelled. However, it could not be confirmed whether there were casualties in these attacks. SFs also targeted militant hideouts in Peuchar, the Taliban headquarters in Matta sub-division, and Mingora killing 11 militants. At Ayub Bridge, the ISPR claimed troops killed seven militants. It said militants had a tunnel and hideouts in Qambar Ridge which were targeted by helicopters, resulting in the killing of three militants, besides injuring five others. Further, a militant was killed in Chamtalai when he was planting an improvised explosive device. The ISPR added that the SFs killed 52 militants in the ongoing operation in the last 24 hours. However, this claim could not be confirmed from independent sources.
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May - 11 
The Security Forces (SFs) have killed 700 Taliban militants in four days of military operations in the Swat District, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on May 11, Daily Times reported. 20 SF personnel had also been killed, and nineteen others injured. “The operation will continue until the last Ta
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The Security Forces (SFs) have killed 700 Taliban militants in four days of military operations in the Swat District, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on May 11, Daily Times reported. 20 SF personnel had also been killed, and nineteen others injured. “The operation will continue until the last Talib... We haven’t given them a chance. They are on the run. They were not expecting such an offensive,” Malik said.
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11 militants and four Security Force (SF) personnel were killed in clashes in the Swat District as troops dropped from the helicopters on May 12 gained a toehold in Peuchar, the Taliban headquarters, The News reported. In addition, five beheaded bodies were found in and around the Mingora city on Ma
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11 militants and four Security Force (SF) personnel were killed in clashes in the Swat District as troops dropped from the helicopters on May 12 gained a toehold in Peuchar, the Taliban headquarters, The News reported. In addition, five beheaded bodies were found in and around the Mingora city on May 13. Further, there were reports of 24 casualties, including 18 militants, in Lower Dir District. The Swat Media Centre (SMC) said 11 militants, including ‘commander’ Naseebur Rahman, were killed in the ongoing military operation against Maulana Fazlullah-led militants in Swat. The SMC said four soldiers were also killed and 12 others sustained injuries during operations in the last 24 hours. The military on May 12 said that SFs had suffered 29 casualties and inflicted 751 casualties in operations in Swat, Buner and Dir Lower.
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May - 12 
Reports from Mingora and Peshawar quoting Frontier Corps (FC) sources said the Security Forces (SFs) killed 13 militants in the Torwarsak area of Buner District while there were reports about the killing of 37 Taliban militants in an assault in the Gulabad area of Dir Lower District and four others
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Reports from Mingora and Peshawar quoting Frontier Corps (FC) sources said the Security Forces (SFs) killed 13 militants in the Torwarsak area of Buner District while there were reports about the killing of 37 Taliban militants in an assault in the Gulabad area of Dir Lower District and four others in Swat on May 12, The News reported. Six bodies were found in parts of Swat Valley while a person was shot dead in Kanju. The SFs said four militants were killed in a clash triggered by Taliban’s firing at Mamdherai. Further, six beheaded bodies of unidentified persons were recovered from Suhrab Khan Chowk, Peopleís Chowk, Rahimabad, Landikas and Green Chowk. Arshad Kanju, resident of Kanju, was shot dead by unidentified gunmen.
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May - 12 
SFs were heavily targeting the mountainous hideouts and strongholds of the militants in various towns, including Mingora, from gunship helicopters and fighter planes, besides artillery guns. The SMC said troops had gained a foothold in Peuchar from where they targeted the hideouts of the militants.
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SFs were heavily targeting the mountainous hideouts and strongholds of the militants in various towns, including Mingora, from gunship helicopters and fighter planes, besides artillery guns. The SMC said troops had gained a foothold in Peuchar from where they targeted the hideouts of the militants. Forces also consolidated their positions in Banai Baba Ziarat and Brem Bridge. They reportedly cleared the area from Khwazakhela to Brem Bridge besides Chakdara-Gulabad road. A soldier was killed in the area in firing by the militants. Separately, a mortar shell allegedly fired by SFs hit a house, killing Saidur Rehman, his mother and a child. While five beheaded bodies were found in and around the Mingora city, seven persons were killed on May 12 in separate incidents of violence.
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May - 12 
The Pakistan Army dropped helicopter-borne troops, including commandos, in the stronghold of militants’ chief Maulana Fazlullah to conduct a search operation, while SFs made significant achievements in the operation named as Rah-e-Haq 4. “The troops have landed in the Peochar Valley in the north of
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The Pakistan Army dropped helicopter-borne troops, including commandos, in the stronghold of militants’ chief Maulana Fazlullah to conduct a search operation, while SFs made significant achievements in the operation named as Rah-e-Haq 4. “The troops have landed in the Peochar Valley in the north of Swat to accomplish the task assigned to them,” military spokesman Major-General Athar Abbas said at a press briefing in Islamabad on May 12. General Abbas said SFs in Swat, Shangla, Dir Lower and Buner Districts had achieved considerable successes and, so far, 751 militants and 29 SF personnel had been killed in the ongoing operation while 77 soldiers sustained injuries. “The operation was progressing smoothly, the militants were on the run and the criminal elements, which had earlier joined the Taliban militants in Swat, were deserting them along with new recruits,” he added. He said during the operation, measures had been taken to avoid collateral damage and only confirmed hideouts and strongholds in the valleys and on the mountains had been targeted from air. “The air strikes are conducted where definite information and intelligence is available about training camps, hideouts, munition dumps and logistics being used by the militants,” he added. The militants’ strongholds in Mingora, Peochar, Kabal, Khwazakhela and Shangla have been targeted successfully. Banni Baba Ziarat training camp of the militants has been destroyed, reportedly killing 200 militants. Since the start of the operation in Swat, 18 SF personnel were killed and 47 others injured. A cordon and search operation continues in Banni Baba Ziarat, where the militants have suffered heavily and 11 soldiers were injured in the last 24 hours. About Dir, he said the operation was still in progress in some areas and exchange of fire was continuing. In Buner, consolidation around Daggar continues and Sultanwas area has been surrounded by SFs, said Abbas. He said there were plans to kill high value targets, adding, some of the high value targets had already been killed in the operation. He said a timeframe for the completion of operation in Swat could not be given at the moment, but it was effort of the Government and the Army to bring the operation to an early end. The military spokesman also said a corps headquarters had been designated as Special Support Group for the management of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). He said Corps Commander Mangla, Lt-Gen Nadeem Ahmed, has been designated as the officer in charge of the group in view of his vast experience as the deputy chairman Earthquake Reconstruction and Rehabilitation Authority. Special Task Group representative Brigadier Amir said the number of IDPs, including the old IDPs from Bajaur, was close to 1.3 million. He ruled out terrorists reaching camps in the garb of IDPs, saying a screening process had been put in place to avert such a possibility.
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May - 13 
The Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JuD, the front for Lashkar-e-Toiba [LeT]), designated by the United Nations Security Council as a terrorist outfit in the wake of the November 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, has resurfaced as a charity organisation providing food and other relief to the thousands of people fle
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The Jama’at-ud-Da’awa (JuD, the front for Lashkar-e-Toiba [LeT]), designated by the United Nations Security Council as a terrorist outfit in the wake of the November 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, has resurfaced as a charity organisation providing food and other relief to the thousands of people fleeing the fighting in Swat District, The Hindu reported. Eyewitnesses said that the JuD is active in Mardan where most of the refugee camps are located. They are distributing food and medical care. One eyewitness who visited the area on May 9 said JuD workers were organised under a charity organisation called Falah-i-Insaniyat. They had set themselves up at a roundabout in Mardan town called College Chowk, where they were collecting food donations for the displaced. Despite the Government crackdown on the group after the U.N. designation, the canopied stall was openly flying the black-and-white flags of the JuD, with the insignia of the sword and the Kalma, the Islamic doctrine of faith. The organisation has also set up a relief distribution centre at a village called Rustam, on the outskirts of Buner.
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May - 13 
The number of people who have fled from fighting in the Swat District of NWFP and registered with authorities in the last 11 days has increased to more than 670,000, the United Nations (UN) refugee agency said on May 13, Daily Times reported. “The new figure of registered people since May 2 for the
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The number of people who have fled from fighting in the Swat District of NWFP and registered with authorities in the last 11 days has increased to more than 670,000, the United Nations (UN) refugee agency said on May 13, Daily Times reported. “The new figure of registered people since May 2 for the new influx is 670,906. That breaks down to 79,842 in the camps and 591,064 out of camps,” the UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) spokeswoman Ariane Rummery said. Those who were not sheltering in camps might be renting homes, staying with friends or relatives, or camping out elsewhere, Rummery said. The total number of those displaced by the latest fighting between the Pakistani military and the Taliban was likely to be higher, she added. The May 13 number was up from the 501,496 people who had registered as of late May 12.
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May - 14 
At least 60 Taliban militants and nine soldiers were killed during the ongoing military operation in Swat District on May 14, Daily Times reported. Military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas confirmed 54 Taliban deaths in a daily briefing, and said the military was taking “extra-ordinary measures
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At least 60 Taliban militants and nine soldiers were killed during the ongoing military operation in Swat District on May 14, Daily Times reported. Military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas confirmed 54 Taliban deaths in a daily briefing, and said the military was taking “extra-ordinary measures to avoid collateral damage”. He said the army destroyed at least 15 Taliban hideouts in the Ramotai Loe area of Shangla District. Abbas said Security Forces in Barikot removed roadside bombs and eliminated the remaining Taliban resistance to clear areas up to Udigram, six kilometers short of Mingora, the main town in Swat. While 13 militants were killed in the Tursak suburb of Mingora, three of the, including a key commander, were killed during clashes in Udigram. Further, Frontier Corps sources said 30 Taliban militants were killed in Kalpani and 20 more were killed in the Hayasarae area of Lower Dir District when troops destroyed the house of a local administration official that the Taliban had occupied. In addition, intense fighting was reported from Shalpalam and Sultanwas, the Taliban stronghold in Buner District on May 14.
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May - 14 
The Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, visited Swat valley on May 14 and vowed to flush out militancy from the area, The News reported. Gen Kayani visited Swat and met field commanders and troops taking part in the operation. Appreciating the high morale of the troops, he reiterated
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The Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, visited Swat valley on May 14 and vowed to flush out militancy from the area, The News reported. Gen Kayani visited Swat and met field commanders and troops taking part in the operation. Appreciating the high morale of the troops, he reiterated the Army’s resolve to flush out militancy from Swat and defeat the militants.
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May - 15 
In Peuchar, the Taliban attacked a SFs’ check-post, which was retaliated and 13 militants were killed while one of their vehicles destroyed, the ISPR said in a statement. The troops had successfully been linked up in Odigram, where the Police force joined the Army troops. Between Matta town and Bar
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In Peuchar, the Taliban attacked a SFs’ check-post, which was retaliated and 13 militants were killed while one of their vehicles destroyed, the ISPR said in a statement. The troops had successfully been linked up in Odigram, where the Police force joined the Army troops. Between Matta town and Bar Bamakhel, SFs have reportedly succeeded in establishing several check-posts to strengthen their positions. The ISPR said troops have cleared Giga and Jura areas and reached northwest of Matta. During their advance towards village Adai, the SFs destroyed two compounds of the militants. In Sultanwas, where the Taliban were reported to have established their headquarters after gaining control of Buner District, SFs launched action against the militants, who fired heavy weapons on soldiers. One soldier was killed and three others injured in the firing. The SFs, in their action in Sultanwas and Kalpanai, killed 42 militants and claimed destroying 15 vehicles of the Taliban. SFs also arrested an important Taliban commander, Dawa Noor, who was involved in terrorist activities in Sultanwas and Daggar in Buner District. A member of the banned Tehreek-e-Nafaz-e-Shariat-e-Mohammadi (TNSM), Dawa Noor, instigated the civil population of the area against SFs on the FM radio and loudspeaker on a jeep. He is reported to have played a key role in facilitating taking over of Buner by the Taliban.
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May - 15 
While asking the internally displaced people (IDPs) to help identify the fleeing militants, Security Forces (SFs) on May 15 claimed to have killed 55 militants in the Swat and Buner Districts during the ongoing military operation against the Taliban, The News reported. SFs conceded three casualties
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While asking the internally displaced people (IDPs) to help identify the fleeing militants, Security Forces (SFs) on May 15 claimed to have killed 55 militants in the Swat and Buner Districts during the ongoing military operation against the Taliban, The News reported. SFs conceded three casualties besides injuries to 11 soldiers. The SFs also claimed to have gained success in their actions in different areas of the valley, but the areas were not specified. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said SFs had credible reports that the Taliban militants had shaved off their beards and trimmed hair to escape action. It said these militants were fleeing the Swat Valley in the guise of civilians. It asked the people to help identify the fleeing militants to SFs.
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May - 16 
As troops closed in on militants in the Matta sub-division on Swat District, Security Forces on May 17 said they had killed 25 militants in the Arkot and Peuchar areas during the last 24 hours, The News reported. One officer was killed while seven soldiers sustained injuries during the fighting.
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As troops closed in on militants in the Matta sub-division on Swat District, Security Forces on May 17 said they had killed 25 militants in the Arkot and Peuchar areas during the last 24 hours, The News reported. One officer was killed while seven soldiers sustained injuries during the fighting.
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May - 16 
Several persons, including women and children, were killed and a number of others sustained injuries when families fleeing the military operation in Swat District’s Matta town were shelled while crossing a mountainous path to reach Karo Darra in Dir Upper District on May 18. Eyewitnesses, who escape
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Several persons, including women and children, were killed and a number of others sustained injuries when families fleeing the military operation in Swat District’s Matta town were shelled while crossing a mountainous path to reach Karo Darra in Dir Upper District on May 18. Eyewitnesses, who escaped the attack or were able to reach Wari town of Dir Upper in injured condition, said they were targeted by gunship helicopters. However, Police officials said they might have been hit by a stray shell. Local people said they saw some 12 to 14 bodies on a mountain on the Swat side but could not go near to retrieve them or help the injured for fear of another aerial attack.
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May - 17 
A statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the troops were expanding their foothold in Peuchar, the area which served as the headquarters of Maulana Fazlullah and his fighters. The troops attacked a militant location in the area and secured an important position in the area. Fi
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A statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the troops were expanding their foothold in Peuchar, the area which served as the headquarters of Maulana Fazlullah and his fighters. The troops attacked a militant location in the area and secured an important position in the area. Fierce fighting took place for the control of the militant position, which resulted in casualties on either side. The ISPR said during the operation one officer was killed and two soldiers sustained injuries. The militants engaged SFs with rocket launchers and 12-7mm machine guns and in the retaliatory action, troops killed around 20 militants. In the Arkot and Nazarabad areas of Matta, the troops destroyed a compound of the militants from where the SFs faced resistance during their advance. The compound was surrounded and cleared from militants while five militants were killed during the operation. Following fierce fighting, SFs were successful in securing the area between Kanju and Nawan Kallay (Ayub Bridge) and from Ballogram to Takhta Band Bypass. The militants were reportedly putting up resistance on the outskirts of Mingora, the District headquarters of Swat, where intense clashes were reported.
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May - 17 
The NWFP Information Minister Iftikhar Hussain said on May 17 that the number of registered internally displaced persons (IDPs) – at relief camps and elsewhere – from Swat, Buner and Lower Dir Districts has risen to over 1.5 million, while the total number of IDPs is now estimated to be over 2 milli
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The NWFP Information Minister Iftikhar Hussain said on May 17 that the number of registered internally displaced persons (IDPs) – at relief camps and elsewhere – from Swat, Buner and Lower Dir Districts has risen to over 1.5 million, while the total number of IDPs is now estimated to be over 2 million, Daily Times reported. Addressing the media in provincial capital Peshawar, he said that 150,000 IDPs from various troubled areas had been registered over the last 24 hours.
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May - 18 
At least 27 militants were killed as the Security Forces (SFs) started a ground offensive in the Swat District on May 18, The News reported. Three important commanders, including Okasha, Malanga and Riaz, were among 27 militants killed during the operation that has now been named as Rah-e-Rast, mili
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At least 27 militants were killed as the Security Forces (SFs) started a ground offensive in the Swat District on May 18, The News reported. Three important commanders, including Okasha, Malanga and Riaz, were among 27 militants killed during the operation that has now been named as Rah-e-Rast, military spokesman and the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Athar Abbas informed the media. He said Mamdherai Markaz was targeted by the SFs and 10 to 15 terrorists hiding inside were killed. He also said three SF personnel, including an officer, were also killed and 17 others injured during the fighting. Abbas stated that the SFs were engaged with militants inside Kanju town to clear the area and an operation was underway in Takhtaband area, where seven combatants were killed in a close encounter. According to him, SFs had also expanded their foothold in Peuchar and killed 12 militants in the area. The troops also attacked and secured the Dumber training centre, which was being used by militants as their logistics base.
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May - 19 
A Major and three soldiers were killed in the ongoing military operation in Swat District as Security Forces (SFs) killed 16 more Taliban militants in fierce street battles in 24 hours, Daily Times reported. With the area surrounded by the SFs, Major Abid was hit in an exchange of fire with the Tali
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A Major and three soldiers were killed in the ongoing military operation in Swat District as Security Forces (SFs) killed 16 more Taliban militants in fierce street battles in 24 hours, Daily Times reported. With the area surrounded by the SFs, Major Abid was hit in an exchange of fire with the Taliban inside Matta. “Operation Rah-e-Rast is making headway as planned, and in last 24 hours, 16 Taliban were killed ... an officer and three soldiers also died,” said the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement.
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May - 19 May - 20
Residents of Kalam town in Swat District took eight Taliban militants as hostage after a clash with them on May 19. “Heavy clashes are taking place between Kalam residents and Taliban since Tuesday,” residents told Daily Times on May 20. There were no reports of casualties on either side.
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Residents of Kalam town in Swat District took eight Taliban militants as hostage after a clash with them on May 19. “Heavy clashes are taking place between Kalam residents and Taliban since Tuesday,” residents told Daily Times on May 20. There were no reports of casualties on either side.
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May - 19 
The military is reported to have stated that approximately 15,000 troops are confronting about 4,000 well-armed militants in Swat. Authorities said more than 1,030 Taliban militants and at least 53 troops have been killed in a three-pronged onslaught launched in the districts of Lower Dir on April 2
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The military is reported to have stated that approximately 15,000 troops are confronting about 4,000 well-armed militants in Swat. Authorities said more than 1,030 Taliban militants and at least 53 troops have been killed in a three-pronged onslaught launched in the districts of Lower Dir on April 26, Buner on April 28 and Swat on May 8.
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May - 19 
The SFs are now reportedly consolidating their positions in Peochar valley and conducting search-and-target operations. Troops cleared more than 40 houses in Kanju and areas ahead of Takhtaband Bridge. Footage broadcast on private television channels showed armed soldiers standing outside locked sho
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The SFs are now reportedly consolidating their positions in Peochar valley and conducting search-and-target operations. Troops cleared more than 40 houses in Kanju and areas ahead of Takhtaband Bridge. Footage broadcast on private television channels showed armed soldiers standing outside locked shops in the main bazaar in Matta, a bastion of Taliban leader Maulana Fazlullah. According to AFP, military officials said SFs were advancing on several fronts towards Mingora. “Troops continue to close in on Mingora, from where Taliban are trying to escape, but our strategy is not to let them flee,” an unnamed security official was quoted as saying by the agency. He said the chief objective in coming days was to take over the Taliban’s main headquarters in Peochar, where commandos opened a new front last week.
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May - 20 
A soldier was killed while nine others sustained injuries during the last 24 hours in various areas of Swat District, The News reported. Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Major General Athar Abbas said in Islamabad on May 20 that search and destroy operations continued
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A soldier was killed while nine others sustained injuries during the last 24 hours in various areas of Swat District, The News reported. Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Major General Athar Abbas said in Islamabad on May 20 that search and destroy operations continued at Peuchar while clearance of compounds and houses in Matta was in progress. Search and cordon operation was also going on in Kanju, he added. Three soldiers were injured during search and cordon operations in Kanju and Ayub Bridge. During operations in Takhtaband, a soldier was killed and six others wounded.
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May - 20 
Security Forces (SFs) have completely secured the Sultanwas area of Buner District, overcoming tough resistance and killing 80 militants, Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Major General Athar Abbas said in Islamabad on May 20, The News reported. “Since Tuesday morning t
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Security Forces (SFs) have completely secured the Sultanwas area of Buner District, overcoming tough resistance and killing 80 militants, Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Major General Athar Abbas said in Islamabad on May 20, The News reported. “Since Tuesday morning to the completion of operation before dawn, 80 militants have been killed,” Abbas told a press briefing. However, he said there was no independent confirmation of the casualties due to the ground situation in the area. Sultanwas was the main stronghold of the militants in Buner, where they had made concrete underground bunkers and ammunition dumps. He said six vehicles of the militants, which were under use by terrorists clad in the Elite Force uniform, were also destroyed during the operation. SFs encountered seven improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the area, which were defused. Abbas said locals had also formed a Lashkar (militia) to flush out the terrorists before the launch of the operation, but the militants had managed to take the control of the area after a suicide attack. The military spokesman said 1,057 militants and 58 SF personnel had been killed in the Swat, Dir and Buner Districts since April 27. He said the foreign nationals arrested so far included Afghans, Uzbeks and Arabs. “The strategy is to kill the maximum number of terrorists. The militant leaders are paying $50 to 60 per day to the fighters,” he said.
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May - 20 
Security Forces on May 20 arrested three Uzbek militant commanders traveling towards Swat to join the Taliban. “The militant commanders from Uzbekistan crossed into Pakistan from Afghanistan and were headed towards Swat to join the Taliban in fighting security forces,” unnamed officials told Daily T
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Security Forces on May 20 arrested three Uzbek militant commanders traveling towards Swat to join the Taliban. “The militant commanders from Uzbekistan crossed into Pakistan from Afghanistan and were headed towards Swat to join the Taliban in fighting security forces,” unnamed officials told Daily Times.
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May - 21 
Security Forces said on May 21 that ‘a number of Taliban’ – including an important commander – and five soldiers were killed in 24 hours in Swat, in the latest update on the military operations, Daily Times reported. “An important ... [Taliban] commander, Abu Tariq, was killed and seven Taliban were
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Security Forces said on May 21 that ‘a number of Taliban’ – including an important commander – and five soldiers were killed in 24 hours in Swat, in the latest update on the military operations, Daily Times reported. “An important ... [Taliban] commander, Abu Tariq, was killed and seven Taliban were apprehended… A number of Taliban were killed, while five soldiers also died in Kanju and Takhtaband area,” said the Inter-Services Public Relations. The Security Forces (SFs) have cleared a number of Taliban hideouts in Peochar valley, and are conducting search and destroy operations that have resulted in several battles between the Taliban and the troops. The SFs have reportedly secured and cleared the area up to Shahid Khapa, and are strengthening their positions around Takhtaband Bridge, Barikot, Gokdara and Udigram areas. The SFs also attacked Banai Baba Ziarat on May 20 and secured the highest point in the area.
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May - 22 
17 militants and three Security Force (SF) personnel were killed and ten SF personnel sustained injuries during fighting in various areas of Swat District on May 22, Dawn reported. According to an official announcement, troops are consolidating their positions and expanding their control over the va
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17 militants and three Security Force (SF) personnel were killed and ten SF personnel sustained injuries during fighting in various areas of Swat District on May 22, Dawn reported. According to an official announcement, troops are consolidating their positions and expanding their control over the valley. The SFs are reported to have secured militants’ strongholds in Takhtaband village and Qambar. During an encounter between the two sides, eight militants and one soldier were killed and six SF personnel were wounded.
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May - 22 
Bodies of two policemen were found lying in the Nishat Chowk in Mingora town. In addition, four militants were arrested from the Kot Musa area.
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Bodies of two policemen were found lying in the Nishat Chowk in Mingora town. In addition, four militants were arrested from the Kot Musa area.
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May - 23 
At least 17 Taliban militants, including a ‘commander’, were killed when troops launched a counter-insurgency Rah-e-Rast operation at Mingora in Swat of NWFP on May 23, chief military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas said, reports Daily Times. He said the troops had secured a part of the city fr
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At least 17 Taliban militants, including a ‘commander’, were killed when troops launched a counter-insurgency Rah-e-Rast operation at Mingora in Swat of NWFP on May 23, chief military spokesman Major General Athar Abbas said, reports Daily Times. He said the troops had secured a part of the city from the Circuit House to Makan Bagh. Battles to secure Nawan Killi have begun and a link up between forces coming from Fiza Ghat to Whataki Chowk and Ayub Bridge to Nawan Killi has been completed. Intense clashes were reported from Nishat Chowk in Mingora. The report adds that a suicide bomber was shot dead and an explosives-laden vehicle was destroyed in Makanzai area of the city. On the Qambar Ridge overlooking Mingora, three caves with large quantities of ammunition and rations were discovered during a search and destroy operation. The Taliban militants are on the run in small groups from their former Peochar stronghold. Troops have secured the vital Wanai Bridge linking Matta with Peochar. Gen Abbas said there were about 1,500 ‘hardcore militants’ still fighting in Swat, and that the army would try to complete the operation in eight weeks.
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May - 24 
Troops have secured several important areas in Mingora, including a crossing infamous for beheadings carried out by the Taliban, said Security Forces (SFs) on May 24 as the military killed 10 more militants in various areas of Swat District, Daily Times reported. The Inter-Services Public Relations
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Troops have secured several important areas in Mingora, including a crossing infamous for beheadings carried out by the Taliban, said Security Forces (SFs) on May 24 as the military killed 10 more militants in various areas of Swat District, Daily Times reported. The Inter-Services Public Relations said 10 militants and three soldiers were killed in gun-battles in various areas of Swat, while 14 militants were also arrested. Five of the militants were killed in Malam Jabba when the SFs were tipped off about their presence in the area. The troops secured various important areas in Mingora – including Wattakai Chowk, Nawakilli Chowk, Nishat Chowk, Sirafe Chowk, Gulshan Chowk, Green Chowk, Haji Baba Chowk and Sohrab Chowk – in the 24 hours preceding the latest ISPR update on the operation. Green Chowk is infamous for beheadings carried out by the Taliban. The military said troops defused four improvised explosive devices (IED) during the operation in Mingora. Further, after surrounding Peochar valley, troops entered Peochar village and seized a huge cache of arms from Taliban hideouts and overtook a factory manufacturing bombs and IEDs.
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May - 25 May - 26
Security Forces (SFs) have gained control of half of Mingora city and killed 29 militants in various areas of Swat Valley during the last 24 hours besides arresting 14 others, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Athar Abbas said on May 26, The News reported. “Si
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Security Forces (SFs) have gained control of half of Mingora city and killed 29 militants in various areas of Swat Valley during the last 24 hours besides arresting 14 others, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Athar Abbas said on May 26, The News reported. “Six soldiers also laid down their lives and 11 others sustained injuries,” he told reporters at a press briefing in Islamabad. “More than half of Mingora is under the army’s control. We have plugged all escape routes for militants,” said Abbas, adding that pockets of “hardcore militants” remained. The military spokesman said the operation was progressing well despite stiff resistance by the militants. He said street fights and house-to-house search was going on in Mingora city. Athar said 18 militants were killed in Mingora during an encounter and seven others were arrested when they were trying to escape towards Buner District. He said four improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were also defused in the area. The Malakand-Qambar-Mingora road has reportedly been opened for traffic. In Qambar, SFs defused 12 IEDs and also recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition. The Kanju-Kabal road has also been cleared and fierce fighting is reportedly underway for securing Kabal. In Peuchar, the military spokesman said SFs continued a cordon and search operation and destroyed Taliban strongholds at Mano Derai. During the exchange of fire, three militants were killed while three others were arrested. A remote controlled IED was also defused at Pir Killay by the troops. Security forces have also cleared Sakhra Valley, the main route of the militants’ movement from Peuchar towards Kalam and other areas. About Buner, he said 90 percent area of the District had been cleared although some terrorists are present at Pir Baba. During search at check-posts, four militants have been arrested, he said. He added that in the night of May 25, about 100 to 120 militants attacked the Kalpani post in Dir Lower District from three directions and the attack was repulsed and militants suffered heavy casualties. Eight bodies have been recovered in close vicinity of the check-post. Two SF personnel were also killed in the incident and three others were wounded. The military spokesman rejected reports that a fresh group of trained terrorists had entered the troubled area. To a question as to why the senior leadership of the Taliban could not be targeted, he said it was essential to keep certain things confidential to achieve success. The terrorists are being surrounded and their morale is going down, he claimed.
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May - 25 
The Security Forces (SFs) on May 25 claimed to have secured the training centre and logistic base of militants in the Malam Jabba area of Swat Valley, The News reported. SFs also killed four militants during operations in the Fizagat and Peuchar areas and arrested eight others. According to the Inte
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The Security Forces (SFs) on May 25 claimed to have secured the training centre and logistic base of militants in the Malam Jabba area of Swat Valley, The News reported. SFs also killed four militants during operations in the Fizagat and Peuchar areas and arrested eight others. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), SFs faced stiff resistance from the militants in Malam Jabba. However, it said the troops secured Malam Jabba, believed to be one of the strongholds of the militants in the valley. Located on main line of communication that links the Swat Valley with Mansehra, the area with thick forest was being used as a training centre and logistic base by the militants. SFs also secured Fizagat, a few kilometers north of Mingora city, and the area up to Watakai. During the operation, two militants were killed and six soldiers were wounded in an encounter. One armed personnel carrier and a huge cache of arms and ammunition were also recovered. After resumption of the operation in Peuchar, a heavy exchange of fire took place between the two sides. During the encounter, two militants were killed and five others arrested. The ISPR said that the militants were on the run from the valley. Continuing with operations in Qambar, a stronghold of the militants situated three kilometers ahead of Mingora, troops secured the village and Qambar ridge, besides clearing six tunnels. The area up to Grid Station, Amankot and a junction in Saidu Khuar were also reportedly secured. Odigram was also controlled where three militants were arrested in a search and cordon operation
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May - 25 
The Taliban chief in Swat, Maulana Fazlullah, has asked his men to stop battling the SFs in Mingora, a stronghold of the militants. “Maulana Fazlullah has directed all his mujahideen to stop resistance in Mingora and its surroundings to avoid hardships to the people and losses to the civilian popula
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The Taliban chief in Swat, Maulana Fazlullah, has asked his men to stop battling the SFs in Mingora, a stronghold of the militants. “Maulana Fazlullah has directed all his mujahideen to stop resistance in Mingora and its surroundings to avoid hardships to the people and losses to the civilian population,” Taliban spokesman Muslim Khan told AFP on May 25. “Most of our mujahideen have already left Mingora,” he said by telephone from an unspecified location. He accused the military of killing civilians during its operations in the Lower Dir, Buner and Swat Districts. The Army spokesman Major General Athar Abbas, however, said the militants “have started using ploys to escape. They are now remembering the civilians whom they used to behead and decapitate.”
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May - 26 
The UN is considering asking Pakistan to pause its offensive against the Taliban in order to provide aid to those trapped in the conflict, a top UN official has said, Daily Times reported. Thousands of civilians are trapped in areas where aid workers say aerial bombardment by the military and landmi
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The UN is considering asking Pakistan to pause its offensive against the Taliban in order to provide aid to those trapped in the conflict, a top UN official has said, Daily Times reported. Thousands of civilians are trapped in areas where aid workers say aerial bombardment by the military and landmines planted by the Taliban have forced people to remain in their homes with little food and water, communications or medicines and no power. “We are ... very concerned about those still trapped inside the conflict zone,” Manuel Bessler, head of the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Pakistan, told AlertNet. He also said, “A humanitarian pause is a subject of discussion and with the very good liaison we have with the armed forces, it is obviously something that we would not shy away from asking for.” Around 200,000 civilians are trapped in Swat and tens of thousands in Buner and Lower Dir Districts. Bessler said that while Pakistan is granting access to the conflict area, the UN’s internal security division did not have enough information to give staff the green light to work in the war zone. He said while the army had begun distributing food and providing medical assistance, “more needs to be done”.
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May - 27 
A report in Daily Times has indicated that the Taliban in Swat pay mercenaries for killing Police and army troops, a suspected Afghan terrorist arrested by local Police told the media on May 28, adding that he was paid PKR 20,000 to kill a Policeman. “I beheaded five policemen in Sitara Chowk,” Ghan
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A report in Daily Times has indicated that the Taliban in Swat pay mercenaries for killing Police and army troops, a suspected Afghan terrorist arrested by local Police told the media on May 28, adding that he was paid PKR 20,000 to kill a Policeman. “I beheaded five policemen in Sitara Chowk,” Ghaniur Rehman told reporters after SFs arrested him from Malukabad area of the city a day earlier. The suspected Afghan terrorist said he received training at a Taliban training facility in the Charbagh area.
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May - 27 May - 28
According to the ISPR media update, a known militant commander identified as Ghaniur Rehman has been arrested by the troops during the search and cordon operation. He was allegedly involved in killing police officials. A local elder said there were some 40-50 militants in Bahrain but they fled the t
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According to the ISPR media update, a known militant commander identified as Ghaniur Rehman has been arrested by the troops during the search and cordon operation. He was allegedly involved in killing police officials. A local elder said there were some 40-50 militants in Bahrain but they fled the town on May 27-evening when they came to know about the arrival of the SFs. “They (Taliban) are avoiding fighting with the security forces now and are running,” he said and added the militants had shifted to Kalam. The elder said the group of Taliban militants in Kalam was commanded by one Khushmir, a resident of Gilgit. He said five militants were killed in a clash in Bahrain. The ISPR said an explosive-laden vehicle was destroyed and two militants were killed at Satal, four kilometers short of Bahrain town. Though there were conflicting reports about casualties in the Satal incident, a man from Kalam claimed that a Taliban commander, identified as Wazifa, had been killed in the clash along with seven other militants. He claimed a ‘deputy commander’ of the militants in the area, Hameedi, confirmed the death of Wazifa. Some residents of Kanju, who managed to reach the provincial capital Peshawar on May 28, said Mingora, Kanju and Kabal towns were almost cleared as the Taliban had vacated these areas. “They have moved towards mountains,” they said. Two militants, according to the ISPR, were killed during an exchange of fire between the Taliban and SFs in Malam Jabba. The SFs also continued action in Peuchar village and carried out cordon and search operations there. The troops also ambushed a group of 15-20 militants at Manodherai and killed three of them while four others were arrested. One soldier sustained injuries in the incident. Further, a convoy of eight Army trucks carrying relief and food destined for Barikot and Mingora was ambushed at Landakay near Barikot. Four soldiers, the ISPR said, were killed in the incident but relief goods were transported safely and distributed among stranded people of Mingora.
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May - 27 
Security Forces (SFs) said on May 27 they would clear Mingora town in Swat District of the Taliban within two to three days, as 12 more militants were killed in the ongoing military operation, Daily Times reported. Mingora Force Commander Brigadier Tahir Hamid told the media that SFs had secured 70
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Security Forces (SFs) said on May 27 they would clear Mingora town in Swat District of the Taliban within two to three days, as 12 more militants were killed in the ongoing military operation, Daily Times reported. Mingora Force Commander Brigadier Tahir Hamid told the media that SFs had secured 70 percent of Mingora city. He said the army was chasing the Taliban through the streets. “We tried not to use helicopter gunships in populated areas to avoid collateral damage,” he added. According to an Inter-Services Public Relations statement, one solider was killed during the operation in the last 24 hours. It said the SFs had distributed four truckloads of relief items among the people of Mingora. However, it added, Taliban were attacking and snatching relief items being dispatched for stranded people of Bharain, Madyan and Kalam. It said the areas up to Sultanwas in Buner, and Mohmand Agency, had been cleared of the Taliban.
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May - 27 
SFs also continued their advance on Kanju-Kabal, while securing their positions at Madyan, Bagh Derai, Kala Kot, and Sakhra Valley. In addition, two soldiers were killed when their vehicle hit a roadside bomb in Qambar near Mingora on May 27, AFP reported.
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SFs also continued their advance on Kanju-Kabal, while securing their positions at Madyan, Bagh Derai, Kala Kot, and Sakhra Valley. In addition, two soldiers were killed when their vehicle hit a roadside bomb in Qambar near Mingora on May 27, AFP reported.
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May - 27 
The NWFP Government has received reports that Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan Swat chief Maulana Fazlullah has been killed in the military operation in Swat, provincial Information Minister Iftikhar Hussain said on May 27, Daily Times reported. He told the media in capital Peshawar that several key milit
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The NWFP Government has received reports that Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan Swat chief Maulana Fazlullah has been killed in the military operation in Swat, provincial Information Minister Iftikhar Hussain said on May 27, Daily Times reported. He told the media in capital Peshawar that several key militant commanders’ deaths had already been confirmed. The NWFP government has also decided to place head money on the Taliban leadership, he added.
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May - 28 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 28 entered Bahrain, while seven more militants were killed and four others, including an important commander, were arrested during the last 24 hours in the ongoing operation in Swat Valley, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, The News reported. Four soldiers
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 28 entered Bahrain, while seven more militants were killed and four others, including an important commander, were arrested during the last 24 hours in the ongoing operation in Swat Valley, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, The News reported. Four soldiers were also killed while 12 others sustained injuries in clashes between SFs and militants in different areas of the valley.
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May - 28 
The troops were reportedly consolidating their positions in Mingora, Qambar, Kanju and Kabal areas. They also conducted cordon and search operations in Nawagai, Nawan Killi, Gulabad and Landikas.
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The troops were reportedly consolidating their positions in Mingora, Qambar, Kanju and Kabal areas. They also conducted cordon and search operations in Nawagai, Nawan Killi, Gulabad and Landikas.
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May - 29 
In Mingora, troops continued their cordon-and-search operation, cleared Aman Kot and Technical Institute College on Mingora-Kokarai Road and arrested five militants.
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In Mingora, troops continued their cordon-and-search operation, cleared Aman Kot and Technical Institute College on Mingora-Kokarai Road and arrested five militants.
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May - 29 
Pakistan on May 29 hiked a reward for Maulana Fazlullah, the Taliban chief in Swat valley, wanted dead or alive, to PKR 50 million, 10 times more than an original bounty, The News reported. "The federal government has announced 50 million rupees," an Interior Ministry spokesman told AFP. "The five m
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Pakistan on May 29 hiked a reward for Maulana Fazlullah, the Taliban chief in Swat valley, wanted dead or alive, to PKR 50 million, 10 times more than an original bounty, The News reported. "The federal government has announced 50 million rupees," an Interior Ministry spokesman told AFP. "The five million rupees head money was announced by the provincial government in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP)," he added. On May 29, the Interior Ministry also published a list of "miscreant-terrorists" from the Taliban leadership in Swat and District capital Mingora, offering PKR 50 million for Fazlullah and PKR 10 million each for 15 of his aides.
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May - 29 
Police have arrested 39 suspected Taliban militants hiding among the IDPs of Swat and other regions of Malakand, a senior officer said on May 29, Daily Times reported. The arrests, made in the past few days, were the first of the Taliban among more than two million people who have fled the fighting.
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Police have arrested 39 suspected Taliban militants hiding among the IDPs of Swat and other regions of Malakand, a senior officer said on May 29, Daily Times reported. The arrests, made in the past few days, were the first of the Taliban among more than two million people who have fled the fighting. One dozen of the militants were arrested in IDP camps south of the Swat region, while the others were arrested from houses where the IDPs were staying with relatives or were renting, said Syed Akhtar Ali Shah, the Police chief in Mardan, a town that hosts some of the approximately one dozen relief camps. "These Taliban have mixed up themselves among the refugees," Shah told The Associated Press. They had cut their hair short and shaved their beards in a bid to disguise themselves from authorities and blend in with civilians, he said.
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May - 29 
Security Forces (SFs) have taken control of Bahrain and cleared Peochar village in the Swat District, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on May 29 as SFs killed 28 Taliban militants, including commander Khush Mir Khan a.k.a. Abu Huzaifa, Daily Times reported. "The security forces have s
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Security Forces (SFs) have taken control of Bahrain and cleared Peochar village in the Swat District, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on May 29 as SFs killed 28 Taliban militants, including commander Khush Mir Khan a.k.a. Abu Huzaifa, Daily Times reported. "The security forces have successfully secured Bahrain," said the ISPR in a statement, adding that the army had also arrested seven Taliban militants from various areas of Swat. The ISPR said five soldiers and two civilians were also injured in an exchange of fire. Some of the heaviest recent fighting is reported to have taken place in Bahrain. In a cordon-and-search operation, the SFs cleared the Taliban stronghold of Peochar village. "The army destroyed Taliban hideouts, including a madrassa, and seized 12 UN-registered vehicles," said the ISPR, adding that four tunnels storing rations stolen from NGOs were also discovered and a ‘huge cache of arms’ confiscated.
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May - 30 
Security Forces (SFs) have cleared Mingora city in the NWFP of the Taliban and destroyed the stronghold of the militant commanders, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Athar Abbas said on May 30, according to Daily Times. Addressing a joint press conference with Inf
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Security Forces (SFs) have cleared Mingora city in the NWFP of the Taliban and destroyed the stronghold of the militant commanders, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Major General Athar Abbas said on May 30, according to Daily Times. Addressing a joint press conference with Information Minister Qamar Zaman Qaira, he said 25 Taliban militants were killed during the last 24 hours, including commanders, Abu Saeed Misbahud Din and Sultan Khan. He said SFs have successfully secured Nawagai and Najigram, and seized a large cache of arms and ammunition. He also said that the training centre of known Taliban commanders Lal Din, Said Jalil and Mian Said Liaq have been destroyed in Peochar, adding, five 100-foot-long tunnels have also been demolished. He said the SFs have arrested three Afghans from Upper Dir during their search operation. Responding to questions, he said 1,217 Taliban militants were killed and 79 arrested since the start of the military offensive on April 26. In the same period, 81 SF personnel were also killed while 250 others sustained injuries, he added. He said the Government was considering training retired soldiers to serve as Policemen.
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May - 30 
The SFs warned residents of Charbagh to leave the area ahead of a possible attack on Taliban there, officials told AFP. The warning was made in leaflets dropped by helicopters.
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The SFs warned residents of Charbagh to leave the area ahead of a possible attack on Taliban there, officials told AFP. The warning was made in leaflets dropped by helicopters.
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May - 31 
Security Forces (SFs) on May 31 entered the Kalam Valley and took control of Mingora city, while 12 militants were killed during the last 24 hours in the ongoing Operation Rah-e-Rast, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, The News reported. Eight SF personnel were also killed and six othe
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Security Forces (SFs) on May 31 entered the Kalam Valley and took control of Mingora city, while 12 militants were killed during the last 24 hours in the ongoing Operation Rah-e-Rast, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, The News reported. Eight SF personnel were also killed and six others sustained injuries, it added. Mingora city is now reportedly in control of the SFs who are manning every square, street and building and keeping a vigil on every passing vehicle and people. The troops advancing on the north of Mingora entered Kalam Valley at 10:00 am on May 31. The ISPR said troops had secured Mankial, some 14 kilometers from Bahrain, and continued consolidation of their positions in Bahrain, Kuz Laikot and Kidam. The ISPR stated that a cordon and search operation was making a progress in Peuchar, where the SFs recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from Dob Banda.
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May - 31 
Security Forces launched an operation in the Yakh Tanghi Top area Alpuri in Shangla District on May 31, killing several Taliban militants and destroying their hideouts and a base, Dawn reported. Artillery units based in Shangla Top attacked several hideouts of militants who had sneaked into the area
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Security Forces launched an operation in the Yakh Tanghi Top area Alpuri in Shangla District on May 31, killing several Taliban militants and destroying their hideouts and a base, Dawn reported. Artillery units based in Shangla Top attacked several hideouts of militants who had sneaked into the area from the Swat and Buner Districts. Official sources said that a Government rest-house in Yakh Tanghi built by the former ruler of Swat and being used by militants as their base was hit by shells, leaving several militants dead.
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May - 31 
The militants set ablaze the Government Girls’ School in Bedara, some 3.5 kilometers north of Matta. The Government High School in the Kuza Bandai village of the Kabal sub-division was also blown up with explosives. The military has not started any major operation in the Kabal sub-division yet, as i
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The militants set ablaze the Government Girls’ School in Bedara, some 3.5 kilometers north of Matta. The Government High School in the Kuza Bandai village of the Kabal sub-division was also blown up with explosives. The military has not started any major operation in the Kabal sub-division yet, as it was until now focusing on securing Matta and Khwazakhela sub-divisions and the twin towns of Mingora and Saidu Sharif. There were reports that the troops were marching towards Charbagh.
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May - 31 
The military operation in Swat District will be completed in two to three days, Secretary of Defence Syed Athar Ali said on May 31, Daily Times reported. Speaking at a security summit in Singapore and talking to Reuters later for an interview, Ali said the military operation in Swat had “met almost
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The military operation in Swat District will be completed in two to three days, Secretary of Defence Syed Athar Ali said on May 31, Daily Times reported. Speaking at a security summit in Singapore and talking to Reuters later for an interview, Ali said the military operation in Swat had “met almost complete success”, with only 5 percent to 10 percent of the job remaining. “Hopefully within the next two to three days these pockets of resistance will be cleared,” Ali told the Shangri-La Dialogue, an annual meeting of defence ministers, officials and experts. Ali said the army conducting the anti-Taliban operation in Swat would remain in Swat until the Police took firm control of the situation.
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May - 31 
Videos made by the Taliban in Swat have shown teenage boys being groomed as suicide bombers, Daily Times reported. According to The Sunday Telegraph, militants went from house to house in May demanding a man or boy from each family. The recruits were encouraged to volunteer for suicide missions. A T
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Videos made by the Taliban in Swat have shown teenage boys being groomed as suicide bombers, Daily Times reported. According to The Sunday Telegraph, militants went from house to house in May demanding a man or boy from each family. The recruits were encouraged to volunteer for suicide missions. A Taliban spokesman has said the recent suicide attacks in Lahore and Peshawar were revenge for the army’s assault in the NWFP. Films obtained by Sunday Telegraph show boys of 14 or 15 recording farewell messages before climbing into vehicles filled with explosives.
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*Data till , May 12, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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