Pakistan, Oct. 13 -- Four men were killed on Monday when a landmine exploded in Hajira tehsil of Poonch district, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). The incident occurred near the Line of Control (LoC), according to the Directorate General of Public Relations (DGPR). Initial reports said the men died at the scene.

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The DGPR stated that the victims were repairing a pipeline carrying spring water when the explosion occurred. According to the initial account, the landmine had drifted into the area from the Indian side. Officials did not provide further details about the circumstances surrounding the blast.

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