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Kashmir fighting begins as 'woman hostage sneaks out' | |
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Security forces in Indian-administered Kashmir say they are firing at militants holed up inside a house in Kupwara district after a woman who was being held hostage there sneaked out. | |
Large numbers of soldiers and policemen had surrounded the house in Maidanpora village, an army spokesman said. | |
Up to five militants were in the house, Lt-Col JS Brar told the BBC. | Up to five militants were in the house, Lt-Col JS Brar told the BBC. |
Kashmir, which is claimed by both India and Pakistan, has recently seen a drop in violence. | Kashmir, which is claimed by both India and Pakistan, has recently seen a drop in violence. |
Thousands of people have been killed in the region since an armed rebellion against Indian rule erupted in 1989. | Thousands of people have been killed in the region since an armed rebellion against Indian rule erupted in 1989. |
The operation in Kupwara was launched early on Friday morning after the army received information that some militants were holding a meeting in the house, Lt-Col Brar said. | |
Security forces began firing after the woman emerged from the house, officials said. | |
Residents had been asked to leave the area, reports said. |