Afghanistan, Nov. 2 -- The Afghan Special Forces killed 3 Taliban militants during a raid in western Herat province of Afghanistan.

The military officials said Saturday the Special Forces conducted the raid in Shindand district of Herat.

The officials further added that the Special Forces also arrested a Taliban militant and destroyed a cache of weapons during the same raid.

The security situation in some districts of Herat has deteriorated during the recent years.

Taliban militants are active in parts of the province and often conduct terrorist related activities.

Meanwhile, the Afghan forces routinely conduct counter-terrorism operations against the anti-government armed groups in this province.

The Khaama Press News Agency is the l...