Islamabad: At least 20 militants were killed and several others injured early today when Pakistan's fighter jets pounded their positions in the country's tribal region.

The strikes were launched after inputs about the presence of militants in Sipah, Malakdin Khel and Nalan Sur Kas areas
of Bara tehsil of Khyber, one of seven tribal district. A security official said that 20 militants were killed and their five hideouts destroyed.