The May 2010 Kashmir Skirmishes were two separate, fierce gunbattles fought between the Indian Army and Hizbul Mujahideen militant rebels in the Kashmir region on Wednesday, 5 May, and Friday, 7 May. Four Indian troops were reported to have been killed, whilst five militants were killed during the battles. Battles The first incident occurred on Wednesday evening, when militants attacked an Indian Army patrol, killing two soldiers. On Thursday night, police and army officials received a tip regarding the presence of militants in the Hapatnar Forests area. During the fighting, two more Indian troops and five militants were killed, with patrols and searches continuing.