ISLAMABAD: Fresh air strikes in North Waziristan Agency on Sunday have killed 16 terrorists and destroyed a number of hideouts on the outskirts of Mirali.

The military spokesman told Dawn.com the air strikes also destroyed a large ammunition dump belonging to the militants.

Few civilians remain in areas of North Waziristan which is being evacuated. Announcements are also being made for the people who have not left the area.

Security forces are also planning for a ground movement, which will only take place after major hideouts are destroyed.

Mirali and Miranshah are still under siege by security forces in order to prevent militants from fleeing.

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