The search operation turned into an encounter when the terrorists opened fire on the security forces and they retaliated.
At least five terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Thursday, officials said here. Two security personnel were injured in the operation, which began on Thursday morning, they said.
Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Kaddar Behibagh area of the district on Wednesday night after receiving information about the presence of suspected militants, an official said.
The search operation turned into an encounter when the terrorists opened fire on the security forces and they retaliated.
“The bodies of five terrorists were found in the garden but are yet to be found,” the official added.
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