An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Wednesday, police said.

The encounter started in Kujjar area of the south Kashmir district, the police said.

"#Encounter has started at Kujjar area of #Kulgam. Police and security forces are on the job," Kashmir Zone Police said in a post on X.

Further details are awaited.

A gunfight with militants in Rajouri’s forests in Jammu and Kashmir on October 3 has left two soldiers injured and sparked fears of another long operation as militants take refuge in the rough terrain and dense vegetation.

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