An army vehicle came under attack in a suspected terrorist ambush in a forward village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Wednesday, according to official sources. The incident took place in Phal village, located in the Sunderbani sector, an area known for past militant infiltration attempts.
Authorities reported that the firing was brief, and there were no immediate reports of casualties among the troops traveling in the army vehicle. However, the sudden attack underscored the persistent security challenges faced in the region.
Preliminary reports suggest that the terrorists, who are believed to be hiding in a dense forested area nearby, opened fire at the army vehicle as it was passing through. This specific route has historically been considered a hotspot for militant infiltration attempts from across the border, making it a strategically significant area for security forces.
In response to the attack, the troops immediately retaliated with gunfire in an attempt to suppress the hostile elements. Additional reinforcements were swiftly deployed to the area to track down and neutralize the attackers. A coordinated cordon and search operation has been launched by the army to prevent the terrorists from escaping and to ensure the safety of the local population.
Security forces continue to remain on high alert in the Rajouri district and surrounding areas, particularly along the LoC, where infiltration attempts have been reported in the past. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing security threats and the vigilance required to counteract such attacks. Further details are awaited as the search operation progresses.
