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Afghan forces resist Taliban advances in Lashkargah city

The brutal battle between Taliban and government forces has intensified recently, with each side struggling to gain more area under their control.

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Amin Alemi
Press TV, Kabul

Helmand province in southern Afghanistan has become the scene of heavy clashes between the Afghan armed forces and Taliban as the militants have intensified their attacks on the besieged Lashkargah, the capital city of the southern province.

Top military officials in Helmand province have urged the residents of the city of Lashkargah to evacuate their homes.