KARACHI: People in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have launched widespread protests against the government of Pakistan, accusing it of neglect and denying them their basic rights. The demonstrations turned violent when armed workers of the Muslim Conference party—backed by the Pakistani Army and its intelligence agency ISI—opened fire on the protesters, killing two and injuring 22 others. Videos show gunmen arriving in cars and shooting at crowds. Reports also say the army itself fired at protesters, creating a lawless situation in the region.
The incident took place on Monday in Muzaffarabad. Hundreds of people took to the streets under the banner of the Awami Action Committee (AAC), demanding their rights and protesting against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s government. Shops and mark