Imphal : The United Naga Council has strongly condemned the ambush on leaders of the Thadou Baptist Association Church in Manipur, in which three people were killed and five others reportedly sustained grievous injuries.

According to reports, the incident took place between Kotzin and Kotlen while the church leaders were returning from Churachandpur. Among those killed was Rev V. Silthou, former General Secretary of the Manipur Baptist Convention.

Condemning the attack, the UNC described the incident as deeply disturbing and called for immediate steps to bring those responsible to justice. The organisation also expressed condolences to the bereaved families and wished speedy recovery to those injured in the ambush.

The attack has triggered concern among civil society and church groups amid the continuing tension and instability in parts of Manipur.