By: AFAYO SHADRACH BETHEL

The UPDF has said at least 11 fighters belonging to terrorist group Allied Democratic Forces have today been put out of action during the raging battle between the Ugandan army and the rebel group.

The UPDF spokesperson Brig Felix Kulayigye says an estimated 20-30 ADF fighters last night crossed River Semuliki into Kyanja in Ntoroko district but were intercepted leaving 11 of the attackers dead.

Earlier, there were reports of an attack on Bweramule village, Rwebisengo sub county, Ntoroko district today morning where two civilians were said to have been killed by suspected ADF rebels.

According to the army spokesperson, following the incident, the UPDF pursued the attackers leading to the ongoing battle to neutralise them.