Kashmir, India

Indian security forces gunned down three terrorists as they tried to cross the Line of Control (LoC) in the Kupwara district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday (Jul 14). Chinar Corps of the Indian Army said in a statement that weapons and other war material from the site were also recovered. The anti-infiltration operation was still underway.

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“03x Terrorists have been eliminated in the ongoing anti-infiltration operation on the #LoC in Keran Sector, along with recovery of weapons and other war-like stores,” Chinar Corps posted on X.

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The development came hours after the Indian Army launched Operation Dhanush II in the Keran sector of Kupwara.

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a surge in terrorist attacks over the last few weeks with militants targeting locations in Kathua, Doda, Reasi, and Udhampur districts. The attacks resulted in the death of 15 people, including nine pilgrims and six members of the security forces.

Terrorists are attacking areas where road connectivity is poor so that it takes more time for the army to dispatch reinforcements. 

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Jammu and Kashmir Police have taken more than 20 suspects in custody following these attacks for interrogation and questioning. The probe into the attacks is still underway.

(With inputs from agencies)