1.   Government forces took control of the town after the rebel forces were defeated.

2.   Government troops repulsed an attack by rebel forces.

3.   In late autumn Kabul was besieged by rebel forces, and Amanullah was eventually forced to abdicate.

4.   Rebel forces are seeking to overthrow the government.

5.   Rebel forces entered the town and met with no resistance from government troops.

6.   Rebel forces have been infiltrating into the country.

7.   Rebel forces have taken the northern part of the region.

8.   Rebel forces have tightened their hold on the capital.

9.   Rebel forces launched an attack late Sunday night.

10.   Rebel forces launched an attack on the capital.