12 Maoists killed in latest security action

February 22, 2005
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At least 12 Maoist insurgents were killed in a security action at Dakaha of Sirthauli VDC in central Sindhuli district Monday, state-owned Radio Nepal said Tuesday morning.

According to the report, the clash took place as armed Maoist insurgents suddenly started firing at the security forces patrolling the area. Sirthauli is one of the easternmost VDCs of Sindhuli district.

The security force also recovered explosives, arms and ammunition from the site after the incident, the report added.

Kathmandu based security sources have confirmed the incident and said there were no casualties on their side. nepalnews.com pd Feb 22 05