At least 12 civilians have reportedly lost their lives after Pakistani security forces opened fire on demonstrators in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK), which has been witnessing a wave of unrest for the past couple of days.

According to news reports, five people were killed in Dhirkot in Bagh district, while another five died in Muzaffarabad and two in Mirpur, while over 200 civilians have been injured. Three policemen too have died in the clashes, and at least nine have been injured.

Biggest protest in recent years

The protest, which is one of the biggest one in recent years, is led by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).

It started over the government's failure to meet 38 key demands. But now on its third day, as the protestors' 'long march to Muzaffarabad' continue

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