Army foils infiltration bid, kills five terrorists

Srinagar: Indian troops on Monday foiled another infiltration bid by Pakistan-based terrorists, killing at least five of them in the process, media reports said.

The incident took place in Machil sector of Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district.

The troops reportedly opened fire when the militants tried to cross the border.

Five terrorists were gunned down in the ensuing gunbattle, ANI reported.

The security forces have also recovered weapons from the spot. The identity of the terrorists is being determined.

Late last month, the army had foiled another attempt by Pakistani militants to breach the international border, killing at least three of them.

The incident had taken place in Jammu and Kashmir's Gurez Sector.