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Arrested Al-Qaeda leader channeling funds to militants: Afghan Interior Ministry

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ANI Kabul [Afghanistan]

Afghanistan's Ministry of Interior (MoI) has confirmed that a top Al-Qaeda leader, who was arrested during an operation in eastern Nangarhar province was channeling funds to militants in the country.

The suspect was arrested during a special military operation conducted in Khogyani district late on Thursday night, reports the Khaama Press.

According to the MoI, the suspect is originally a resident of Pakistan.

So far, no comments have been made by the anti-Government armed militant groups.

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First Published: Dec 10 2016 | 11:38 AM IST

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