Safety forces gunned down three terrorists chargeable for attacking an Military automobile in Jammu and Kashmir’s Akhnoor sector yesterday. The operation spanned 27 hours and concluded early Tuesday morning.

The encounter started on Monday when the terrorists fired at an ambulance that was a part of an Military convoy close to the Line of Management (LoC). By night, one attacker was neutralised, whereas two others had been eradicated on Tuesday throughout a remaining assault close to the Assan temple in Jogwan village.

Following an evening of relative quiet, the joint groups of the Military and police initiated a renewed push at round 7 am, leading to intense gunfire and two subsequent fatalities inside two hours. The operation concerned using BMP-II infantry fight autos, particular forces, and Nationwide Safety Guard (NSG) commandos, alongside aerial assist from helicopters and drones.

“After a night-long lull, the safety forces pushed for a remaining assault towards the holed-up terrorists at round 7 am, resulting in a recent gunfight,” an official stated.

A notable casualty was Phantom, a four-year-old Belgian Malinois service canine, who died after sustaining accidents whereas drawing enemy fireplace throughout the operation.