Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:36am on 29 Jul 2026,Wednesday India Global
Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif sparked controversy after defending the use of force against protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), reportedly describing them as "enemies like India." His remarks came amid escalating unrest and allegations that Pakistani security forces fired on demonstrators during protests demanding political and civil rights. Reports claimed multiple civilians were killed and many others injured, though casualty figures have not been independently verified. India condemned the reported violence, accusing Pakistan of oppressing civilians in PoJK. The developments have intensified international attention on the region, with protesters and activists demanding accountability, protection of fundamental rights and greater global scrutiny of the situation. (PC: Arab News)
