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| India says kills five infiltrators from Pakistan |
| 2006-08-16 |
| SRINAGAR, India - Indian soldiers shot dead five suspected militants as they tried to cross into Indian Kashmir from Pakistan on Wednesday, an army spokesman said. The incursion attempt took place in the district of Kupwara, northwest of Srinagar, Kashmir’s summer capital, a day after Pakistan said Indian troops had fired into their part of Kashmir, wounding two youths. Islamabad said the incident was the first violation of a ceasefire that has held since 2003. New Delhi denied Indian forces had opened fire. “A heavily armed group was challenged by soldiers near LoC (Line of Control) resulting in a fierce encounter,” Hemant Joneja, an army spokesman, told Reuters. “Five infiltrators were killed and the operation still continues.” The 740-km (460-mile) Line of Control or ceasefire line divides Kashmir between India and Pakistan, which claim the region in full and have fought two wars over it. Indian officials say the infiltration of rebels into Indian Kashmir from the Pakistani side had fallen during the winter but has gained momentum since the onset of summer when the snow blocking Himalayan passes melts, allowing rebels easier access. |
| Posted by:Steve |
| #1 Great. A few more Paks bite the dust. |
| Posted by: SOP35/Rat 2006-08-16 10:36 |