Terrorism in Kashmir is changing. Look for lessons in an operation two decades old
Hill Kaka, where militants had dug in during early 2003, became the de facto headquarters of Terror Inc. Then the Army launched its biggest pincer movement called Op Sarp Vinash. Key Points
ThePrintSmell of death hangs thick in Israeli village near Gaza border where bodies of babies, men and women lie scattered in ruin
On the road approaching this rural village, the bodies of militants lie scattered between the shells of burned-out cars. Walls and doors of what used to be neatly kept stucco homes are blasted wide open. As bags holding the bodies of slain residents await identification, the smell of death hangs thi Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWith militants changing tack, Rajouri-Poonch sector an uphill task for security agencies
Militants are changing tack in the Pir Panjal valley to outsmart the security agencies and survive longer in a region with topography “as tough as Afghanistan’s mountains”, officials say. The valley comprises the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch, and includes 225 km of the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK). Key Points
The Hindumilitants still around, using locals’ phones to reach Pak handlers: Police
For the past two months, police and security forces have been constantly looking for the killers suspected to be still in Rajouri district. A cash award of Rs 15 lakh has already been announced for providing details leading to their arrest or killing. Key Points
The Indian ExpressPakistan: 4 killed, 16 injured as suicide bomber attacks police station
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has witnessed a rise in violence with several deadly attacks. In January, at least 101 people were killed when a suicide bomber targeted a mosque in Peshawar. Key Points
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5 foreign militants killed in gunfight near LoC in J&K’s Kupwara
The militants were killed in a joint operation by the Army and the police. This is the first major infiltration attempt by the militants in the Valley’s Kupwara sector this year. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWho is eliminating India's 'most-wanted' in Pakistan? Mystery surrounds over a dozen terrorist killings
More than a dozen terrorists on New Delhi's 'most wanted list' have been mysteriously killed in different parts of Pakistan over the past two years. The Pakistani government and banned militant organizations associated with it have remained silent about these killings. The assassinations, attributed to a hostile spy agency, follow a pattern where unknown individuals on motorcycles target militants accused of terrorism in India. Key Points
Economic TimesUS does not want war with Iran, but warns of 'decisive' response if Americans are attacked anywhere
Blinken speaks to the 15-member UN Security Council amid international fears the conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Palestinian Hamas militants in Gaza Strip could spill over into a wider war. The United States told the United Nations on Tuesday that it does not seek conflict with Iran, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that Washington would act swiftly and decisively if Iran or its proxies attacked US personnel anywhere. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaThree labourers from Bihar shot at by terrorists in J&K’s Shopian
Militants in Jammu and Kashmir targeted and wounded three non-local labourers in Shopian. Authorities have cordoned off the area and initiated a search. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesManipur: Houses set on fire; forces use tear gas shells to control mob
A senior police official told ET, Two houses were set on fire in New Checkon. A group of people had heated exchanges with fire tender personnel and security forces. Police had to fire tear gas shells to control the mob. Key Points
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9 killed, several houses burnt as fresh violence erupts in Manipur
Fresh violence was reported from some areas of Manipur on Tuesday, which resulted in the death of nine people. Five others, who were injured in the violence were admitted to the hospital. Key Points
India TodayTurkiye launches airstrikes against Kurdish militants in Iraq and Syria after 9 soldiers were killed
Turkiye often launches strikes against targets in Syria and Iraq it believes to be affiliated with the Kurdistan Workers' Party. Turkiye carried out airstrikes... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaForeign militants outnumber local terrorists in J&K
Jammu and Kashmir experienced a significant increase in foreign militants than local terrorists in 2023, with 50 out of 72 terrorists killed by security forces. The remaining 91 militants, including 61 foreigners, remain active in the region, including the Rajouri-Poonch region. Union home minister Amit Shah is set to review the security situation, including the recent ambush incident in the Rajouri-Poonch region. Key Points
Economic TimesIsraeli survivors recount terror at music festival, where Hamas militants killed at least 260
The night was a getaway. Thousands of young men and women gathered at a vast field in southern Israel near the Gaza border to dance without a care. Old and new friends jumped up and down, reveling the swirl of the bass-heavy beats. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaOil climbs as Middle East tensions fester
By Natalie Grover LONDON (Reuters) -Oil prices rose on Monday after a drone attack on U.S. forces in Jordan added to supply disruption concerns in the Middle East and Houthi militants stepped up Key Points
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