Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:41pm on 28 Jul 2026,Tuesday International
Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended the killing of protesters in Rawalakot, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), comparing the situation to how "enemies like India" allegedly deal with unrest. His remarks came after security forces opened fire during demonstrations, leading to multiple deaths and injuries. The comments have triggered widespread criticism from opposition leaders, rights activists, and social media users, who accused the government of justifying excessive force against civilians. The incident has intensified concerns over human rights, freedom of protest, and the government's handling of dissent in PoK, drawing renewed international attention to the region.
