Over 30 people have been killed and around 200 others have been injured in clashes between protesters and security forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Tensions in the region escalated after authorities banned the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), a prominent civil society alliance that has spearheaded protests over economic and political grievances in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Amid a worsening situation, a shutter-down strike continues to take place in the backdrop of a communications blackout imposed following deadly clashes between protesters and security forces in Rawalakot and Muzaffarabad. The condition remains grim in the region as anti-Pakistan protests drew in hundreds of protestors who took to the streets, and shutdowns continue in cities such as Bhimbar and Kotli. The recent development comes after Sunday night’s clashes claimed the lives of seven civilians. political environment risk increasing uncertainty and further escalating tensions.
Instead of meeting people’s 38-point demands, Pakistan chose bullets. Peaceful protesters shot dead in #POJK.
— RuksanaBegum (@RBegum786) June 9, 2026
Injured denied treatment.
Internet & curfew imposed to hide crimes.
This is Kashmir under Pak occupation!#StopKillingPoJK #PakArmyFiring #EndRepression #PoJKBleeds pic.twitter.com/cVFwhmATjk
The JAAC was outlawed last week by authorities, citing concerns over public order and security.Members of the JAAC have also called their listing as a "terror" group "oppression", saying they are demonstrating for legitimate economic and political rights. In recent years, the organisation has staged violent protests. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has also expressed serious concerns about the so-called regional government's decision to proscribe the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) under anti-terrorism legislation. In a statement on Monday, the HRCP strongly condemned the use of excessive force and the deaths of civilians and law enforcers alike, as well as communication blackouts.
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