IAF Convoy attacked by terrorists in Poonch Sector of J&K
An Indian Air Force vehicle convoy was attacked by terrorists in the Poonch district of J&K. Five Indian Air Force personnel were injured in the attack. The injured troops have been airlifted to Command Hospital, Udhampur for further treatment.
poonch is on high alert 🚨
— Anurag (@JATanurag01) May 4, 2024
Security tightens.
Indian Army checks vehicles in Surankot.#Poonch #JammuAndKashmir #terroristattack
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In the area of the incident, Indian Air Force Garud Special Forces have been positioned. The Army and Jammu and Kashmir police troops are engaged in the operations against terrorists involved in the incident.
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— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2024
The local Rashtriya Rifles unit has started cordon and search operations in the area. The vehicles have been secured inside the air base in the General area near Shahsitar.
Further details are awaited.