Afghan forces battle Taliban in Kunduz

Afghan security forces have launched an operation to retake the city of Kunduz – a key northern transport hub – after suffering a major setback when it was overrun by Taliban insurgents
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AFGHANISTAN Kabul Kunduz PAKISTAN
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Area of detail

Airport Security forces and officials forced to retreat here following
insurgent attack

3km 2 miles
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KUNDUZ

Taliban positions / clashes

Traffic Square Main intersection seized by Taliban on Monday

Governor’s office

Spin Ghar park

Hospital

Police HQ and central prison Security forces clearing area of militants

500m 1,600ft
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Source: Wire agencies

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