ADEN – Yemen's military killed 10 suspected militants in air and artillery strikes Saturday, a pro-government militia source said, as authorities battle insurgents linked to Al-Qaeda who seized several southern towns last year. The assault took place near the town of Shuqra in Abyan province, an impoverished, mountainous region of southern Yemen where tribal law holds sway and militants have a strong presence. On Thursday the army and militias launched an attack on remnants of the Ansar Al-Shariah holed up in caves in the area, killing two militants. Five soldiers were also killed. – Reuters
