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Pakistan Minister Equates PoK Protesters With India, Defends Deadly Crackdown

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Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif sparked controversy by labelling protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as enemies of the state, comparing them to India. His remarks came after a crackdown on demonstrations that intensified on Monday, resulting in the deaths of more than 30 protesters. The protests had escalated significantly before authorities moved in, drawing widespread attention to the region. Amnesty International USA condemned the Pakistani government's response, describing the crackdown as 'disturbing'. The human rights organisation also urged Islamabad to restore communications access and allow media and independent observers into the affected area.

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