Editorial photo #12168684 Unrest, Conflicts and War

Encounter In Handwara Kashmir

Indian army soldiers remain alert after an encounter breaks out between militants and security forces in Krumhoora village of Zachaldara in Handwara District, Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir, India, on March 17, 2025. A militant is killed so far in the ongoing encounter. A joint team of security forces, including the army, police, and CRPF, launches an operation upon receiving specific inputs about the presence of militants in the Zachaldara area. (Photo by Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #12168684
Date taken: 17 March 2025
Location: —
Photographer: Nasir Kachroo/NurPhoto
Category: Unrest, Conflicts and War

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