Battle of Kunduz (2016)
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The Battle of Kunduz occurred on 3 October 2016 in the Afghan city of Kunduz between Afghan National Security Forces and Taliban insurgents. It occurred exactly a year after the 2015 battle when the Taliban briefly controlled the city.
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Battle of Kunduz (2016) | |||||||
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Part of the War in Afghanistan (2001–2021) | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Islamic Republic of Afghanistan | Taliban | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Gen. Kassim Jangal Bagh (Kunduz provincial police chief) | Abdul Salam | ||||||
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100 special forces 1,000 soldiers Unknown number of police forces | Unknown | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
40+ killed unknown wounded | 90+ killed and dozens injured | ||||||
200 civilian casualties 24,000 people displaced[3] | |||||||
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