2 militants killed in Shopian encounter in Kashmir

Two militants are believed killed in an ongoing encounter between security forces and a group of militants in south Kashmir's Shopian on Sunday.

An official said encounter broke out during a predawn operation of security forces at Hend Satioora village.

"Militants opened fire when security forces zeroed in on their hiding place. Two to three militants were hiding in the area. We believe two militants were killed but the bodies are yet to be recovered," said the official.