TAMENGLONG: At least four persons were reportedly killed in an exchange of gunfire involving the Zeliangrong United Front-Jenchui (ZUF-J), Zeliangrong United Front-Kamson (ZUF-K) and the National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN-IM) at Taodaijang (Buanruang) village under Nungba police station in Noney district on Wednesday morning.
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According to initial reports, the gunfight broke out around 3:30 am and continued for several hours, leaving three cadres of ZUF-J and one cadre of ZUF-K dead.
Besides the four reported fatalities, injuries were also reported among cadres of ZUF-J and ZUF-K, NSCN-IM.
Meanwhile, the Rongmei Naga Luphuam, Nungba area, has appealed to the armed groups to cease hostilities and give peace a chance.
Further details are awaited.
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