JAMMU AND KASHMIR, INDIA – FEBRUARY 22, 2026 Indian security forces carried out a large-scale counterterrorism operation in the Naidgam-Chatroo forests in the Kishtwar area. During the operation, which involved the Indian army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and other security units, the commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed, Saifullah Balochi, was killed along with two other militants. The operation was described as one of the most significant successes of Indian forces in the fight against terrorism in 2026.
Saifullah Balochi
Jammu and Kashmir has long been one of the most tense regions in South Asia. The territory is mainly disputed between India and Pakistan, while various militant groups operate in the area, seeking either independence or annexation to Pakistan. For decades, the region has been the site of armed clashes, terrorist attacks, and large-scale military operations, significantly affecting the daily lives of local residents.
