NAZRAN. Nov 18 (Interfax) - An operation against militants is underway in the Barsuki municipality in Nazran, capital of the restive Russian republic of Ingushetia, a policeman told Interfax.
The militants are trapped inside a house and both sides are exchanging gunfire.
"Three militants have been killed in the clash," the policeman said.
Police cordoned the operation area on Dudurgov Street, he said.
"A police patrol tried to stop a suspicious vehicle, but passengers opened gunfire. Three militants were killed in the clash, and two of them were identified," he said.
Investigative Committee officials are working at the scene and a criminal investigation will be launched.