Four policemen, two suspected rebels killed in India-administered Kashmir
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A recent gun battle in Jammu and Kashmir has left at least four police officers and two suspected rebels dead. The India-administered territory has faced violence for decades, with rebel groups often opposing Indian rule. Although recent years have seen a decrease in such conflict, the police reported 14 security personnel killed in early 2024 alone, raising alarms about renewed violence. The fighting, which began after an ambush during a police patrol in Kathua, underscores the ongoing tensions, particularly regarding cross-border issues with Pakistan as noted by police officials.
The gun battle in Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the deaths of four police officers and two suspected rebels, highlighting ongoing conflict in the region.
For decades, rebel groups have fought against security officials in Kashmir, leading to thousands of deaths, despite a recent decline in violence.
Police chief Nalin Prabhat emphasized a firm stance against cross-border activities, stating, 'We will not sleep till we stop such activities of our neighbour'.
The regional security has seen a noticeable resurgence of violence, with 14 security personnel deaths reported in the first half of 2024, signaling a troubling trend.
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