Two Hizbul militants killed in Anantnag encounter

Srinagar: Two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in an encounter with security forces in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir today, police said.

Security forces launched a cordon and search operation in Muniward village in Khanabal area of the district early this morning following specific information about the presence of militants there.

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An encounter ensued when the militants opened fire on the forces, an official said.

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Police said two Hizbul Mujahideen militants were killed in the operation. (ANI)

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