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GHAZNI, Afghanistan, July 30 (Xinhua) -- Afghan forces have repulsed a Taliban attack on Qarabagh district of the eastern Ghazni province, forcing militants to flee after leaving 20 bodies behind, provincial police chief Mohammad Mustafa said.

"Taliban militants launched a coordinated attack on security checkpoints in Qarabagh district late Saturday night triggering fierce fighting which lasted for several hours until today morning during which 20 rebels were killed," Mustafa told Xinhua.

The official also confirmed the death of two policemen and injuries of six others in the firefight, saying the militants have run away and the situation is in full control of the security forces.

Meanwhile, Zabihullah Mujaheed who claims to speak for the Taliban outfit, in contact with media, confirmed the clash in Qarabagh district, saying two policemen were killed, five wounded and two police personnel were captured.