Over 2 dozen assault rifles uncovered in E. Afghanistan

KABUL, April 11 (Xinhua) -- Afghan security forces discovered and seized over two dozen assault rifles in Paktia province, east of Afghanistan, provincial government spokesman Mohammad Rasoul Ahmadi said Saturday.

The weaponry, which included 26 assault rifles, was recovered on Friday night by personnel of the Border Forces, the official emphasized.

Without providing more details, the official warned that stern action would be taken against anyone who keeps or carries an unauthorized weapon.

Previously, security organs reported the discovery of 13 pistols in Nangarhar province on Thursday.

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