Indian army says three suspected militants killed in Kashmir clash

The Indian Army has reported the deaths of three men following a gun battle in Indian-administered Kashmir.

In a statement shared on X page, the army said the encounter was the result of a "fierce firefight" on July 28, Caliber.Az reports.

According to Indian media reports, the men are believed to have been involved in the April 22 attack targeting Hindu tourists, an incident that significantly escalated tensions between India and Pakistan.

The Kashmir region has long been a flashpoint between India and Pakistan, both of which claim the territory in full but control parts of it.

Since the partition of British India in 1947, the two countries have fought multiple wars over Kashmir, with frequent skirmishes along the Line of Control (LoC) dividing the area.

The region remains highly militarised and volatile, with separatist militants seeking independence or union with Pakistan.

On April 22, 2025, an attack targeting Hindu tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir heightened tensions sharply, triggering a deadly military confrontation between India and Pakistan. 

Both countries have since accused each other of supporting militant groups operating in the area. 

The ongoing conflict has resulted in civilian casualties, displacement, and economic disruption, complicating efforts for peace.

By Aghakazim Guliyev