Taliban militants destroy bridges in Afghanistan (AP)
Tuesday, 17 June 2008 14:34

Afghan displaced families are seen near their tents after leaving their homes which were under the control of the Taliban militants in Arghandab district of Kandarhar province, south of Kabul, Afghanistan, Tuesday, June 17, 2008. Police officer Sardah Mohammad says more than 700 families - meaning perhaps 4,000 people or more - have fled the Arghandab district, 10 miles (15 kilometers) northwest of Kandahar. As Police on Tuesday were stopping and searching every person traveling on the east side of the Arghandab River. (AP Photo/Allauddin Khan)AP - Taliban militants destroyed bridges and planted mines in several villages they control outside southern Afghanistan"s largest city in apparent preparation for battle, residents and officials said Tuesday.


 

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