Pak security forces and militants engage in violent encounter in Raiwind

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ANI Lahore
Last Updated : Jul 17 2014 | 9:40 PM IST

An operation was launched against militants in Pakitan's Raiwind area in Lahore on Thursday.

Militants and Pakistani forces exchanged fire in a gun and grenade battle that began early in the day.

One militant in a safe house had been killed by security forces while one security personnel had also been killed, reports the Dawn

At least eight explosions were heard during the face-off while firing continued, said sources.

Police surveyed the area to ensure there were no hostages held up by the militants.

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First Published: Jul 17 2014 | 9:34 PM IST

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