22 policemen, 45 militants killed in Afghan attack

Kabul - About 15 policemen and 35 militants were also injured

At least 22 policemen and 45 militants were killed after the Taliban attacked security checkpoints in Afghanistan's Kandahar province, a senior official said on Tuesday.
The attack took place on Monday night in Maywand district, Xinhua news agency reported.
About 15 policemen and 35 militants were also injured in the attack, the official added.