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Gov't forces pullout from Musa Qala district in S. Afghanistan

Xinhua, February 20, 2016 Adjust font size:

The government forces pulled out from Musa Qala district of the southern Helmand province Friday night after months of fierce fighting, a security official said Saturday.

"The forces finally retreated from Musa Qala district last night," the official told Xinhua.

However, the official did not provide more details, saying authorized officials would brief the media.

The strategically important Musa Qala district, if captured by Taliban would enable the armed outfit to threaten government interests in Sangin and Gereshk districts.

Taliban militants, who have been fighting for the control of Musa Qala district in the restive and poppy growing Helmand province, are yet to make comment. Enditem