Pak cracks down on protests in POK against rising cost of living, 20 feared dead
AI summary
Pakistani security forces killed approximately 20 civilians in Rawalakot while suppressing protests against rising living costs. The crackdown, which involved drones and rocket-propelled grenades, has escalated regional tensions and expanded unrest to Muzaffarabad.
Key takeaways
- Around 20 civilians were killed and 200 injured during the security crackdown.
- Protesters are demanding relief from soaring electricity tariffs and heavy taxation.
- Security forces allegedly used drones and rocket-propelled grenades against demonstrators.
- The violent crackdown has expanded civil unrest to the Muzaffarabad region.
Read the original at Times of India
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