At least five suspected militants were killed following a US drone strike in North Waziristan tribal region of Pakistan earlier today.
According to Pakistani security officials, the airstrike was carried out in DAtta Khel area, targeting a compound used by suspected militants.
A senior security official speaking on the condition of anonymity confirmed that five militants were killed and that the death toll could rise.
In the meantime, another intelligence official has said a high-value target was likely among those killed but the identities of the militants yet to be ascertained.
North Waziristan is among the volatile districts in tribal region of Pakistan near the Afghan border where militants are actively opereting.
The area is alleged to be strongholds of Taliban and Al Qaeda operatives, among others.
At least eight suspected militants were killed following a drone strike in North Waziristan late in the month of November.
Can anyone explain the Pashtun area of Afghanistan and Pakistan–land and population ! What did Durand Line create between Afghanistan and Pakistan ! Who rightfully owns the total area of Pashtunland ?? Thanks will be waiting for reply !!