A woman was killed and another civilian was injured in “crossfire” between militants and army in Handwara area of Kupwara district.
The woman Saleema, who was evacuated to a hospital in Srinagar, succumbed to her injuries, hospital sources said.
A defence Spokesman said two civilians were injured in the firing last night after which the operation was stopped to evacuate the injured.
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