Government forces clash with opposition forces in Gorno - Badakshan Province . At least 42 people are killed . The official did not want to be identified because he is not allowed to speak to the news media . Tensions run high in the region ; ethnic Pamiris have been at odds with the government . The region was a stronghold for Islamist rebels during a bloody civil war .
Government forces clash with opposition forces in Gorno - Badakshan Province . At least 42 people are killed . Tensions run high in the region ; ethnic Pamiris have been at odds with the government . The region was a stronghold for Islamist rebels during a bloody civil war .