Search operation launched in J-K's Kishtwar; 2 Hizbul terrorists believed to be trapped

Security forces launched a search in Kishtwar's forest after intelligence inputs. They suspected Hizbul Mujahideen terrorists were present. Firing started in Bhagna forest, Dool area. The forces retaliated, and the terrorists escaped. Additional forces arrived to strengthen the cordon. Firing exchanges occurred multiple times. The search targeted Riyaz Ahmad and Mudassar Hazari, active in the district for eight years.