At least 27 people were reportedly killed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Rawalakot region amid a violent crackdown, triggering protests across PoK & in the UK. India raised concerns over alleged human rights abuses, while demonstrators cited economic hardship, political marginalisation & unfulfilled promises. Internet & telecom services have also been suspended in parts of PoK.

Tensions continue in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir’s Rawalkot region as the Pakistani establishment’s massacre left at least 27 people dead, as reported by India Today. The videos circulating claim the toll to be much higher. Demonstrations have spread across Muzaffarabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, Dadial, Rawalakot, Sudhnoti, and Tattapani.

"There are reports of severe police brutality in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. We hope the international community will hold Pakistan accountable for its misdeeds and abuses," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.

The MEA spokesperson further raised concerns over the violation of human rights in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. "We continue to see, in this context, a pattern of fake news and videos emanating from Pakistan. It is a desperate attempt by Pakistan to cover up its own failings and deflect attention away from its human rights abuses," Jaiswal said.

The protests have also reached the UK. Protestors gathered and protested outside a Pakistani Consulate. Over 50 British MPs have written to the British government to "engage proactively and use all appropriate diplomatic channels to encourage de-escalation and a peaceful resolution" of the situation.