Archive · 29 Jul 2026
MQM Leader Condemns Pakistani Forces' Violence Against Kashmiris
Altaf Hussain, the leader of the MQM, is very upset about what's happening in a place called PoJK, which is part of Kashmir controlled by Pakistan.
People there have been protesting peacefully for their rights, but the Pakistani police and security forces have been using a lot of force against them.
Hussain says this is very wrong and that the Pakistani government is not handling the situation well.
He also mentions that many people have been hurt or killed, and the government is trying to hide what's happening by not letting the media report on it.
He wants the Pakistani government to stop the violence and give the people their rights.
MQM leader Altaf Hussain condemns Pakistani security forces' violent crackdown on peaceful protesters in PoJK.
Protesters demand their basic rights and the release of detainees, leading to clashes with security forces.
At least 19 people killed and dozens injured during protests, according to JAAC claims.
Pakistani government suspends mobile internet services in the region since June 5 to control information.
MQM leader calls on Pakistani authorities to stop the bloodshed and grant protesters their rights.
- Who
- MQM leader Altaf Hussain, Pakistani security forces, protesters in PoJK
- What
- Violent crackdown on protesters demanding rights in PoJK
- When
- Protests and violence occurred on July 27 and subsequent days
- Where
- Rawalakot, Mirpur, and other areas in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK)
- Why
- Protesters demand their basic rights and the release of detainees, while Pakistani security forces use force to maintain control.
MQM and Protesters
Pakistani Government and Security Forces
Use of Force
MQM and Protesters
MQM leader Altaf Hussain condemns the use of force by Pakistani security forces against peaceful protesters in PoJK, describing it as 'deeply distressing' and 'brutal'.
Pakistani Government and Security Forces
Pakistani security forces opened fire on protesters, allegedly to maintain order and prevent unrest.
Protesters' Demands
MQM and Protesters
Protesters, supported by MQM, demand their basic rights and the release of detainees, and condemn the indiscriminate firing by Pakistani forces.
Pakistani Government and Security Forces
The Pakistani government and security forces have not publicly addressed the protesters' demands, focusing instead on maintaining control and preventing further unrest.
- Location
- Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK)
- Protest Organizers
- Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC)
- Casualties Reported
- 19 killed and dozens injured (JAAC claims)
- Internet Suspension
- Mobile internet services suspended since June 5
- MQM Leader
- Altaf Hussain
- Protest Demands
- Release of detainees, withdrawal of cases against protesters, acceptance of broader demands