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Gunfight rages in Shopian, two militants trapped

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SHOPIAN: Encounter rages between militants and security forces in Kilbal area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district on Saturday.

Reports said that a joint team of Police and army’s 34 RR launched a cordon and search operation in Kilbal.

As the joint team of forces approached the suspected spot, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight.

A senior police officer also confirmed the exchange of firing between militants and security forces. As per sources two militants are believed to be trapped. (GNS)

 

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