30 Dead, 200 Injured in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Election Protests
Summary
At least 30 people died and around 200 were injured during violent protests against the upcoming July 27 regional elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, following police crackdown and disputes over reserved assembly seats.
Key Points
- At least 30 people have died and around 200 injured in violent protests ahead of the July 27 regional elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
- Pakistani security forces are accused of firing on protesters during the unrest.
- The regional government has launched a crackdown with treason cases filed against four leaders of the banned JACC.
- The main grievance causing protests is the decision to reserve 12 assembly seats for refugees in the upcoming elections.
