Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:22pm on 11 May 2024,Saturday International
At least two protesters were killed as Pakistani forces opened fire with AK-47s to quell demonstrations over economic woes in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). What began as a peaceful march against soaring taxes, inflation, and electricity shortages took a violent turn when security personnel unleashed tear gas, pellets, and live ammunition from AK-47 rifles. Harrowing visuals captured women and students caught in the crossfire, deepening public anger over Islamabad's perceived neglect of the region. Authorities faced backlash for diverting power supplies to larger cities, exacerbating the crisis. As tensions soar, concerns mount over escalating repression and human rights violations in the disputed territory.
