Activist Calls for UN Action Amid Human Rights Crisis in PoJK
PoJK activist Amjad Ayub Mirza urges UN intervention amid crisis

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Amjad Ayub Mirza, a political activist from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, has urged the United Nations to intervene in response to a humanitarian crisis and alleged violent crackdowns on peaceful protests in the region.
- 01Amjad Ayub Mirza reported a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters in Rawalakot, PoJK.
- 02Allegations include the use of live ammunition by security forces, resulting in civilian casualties.
- 03Mirza criticized Pakistan's response to unrest, claiming it has escalated tensions rather than addressing grievances.
- 04He called for an independent UN fact-finding mission to investigate the situation and protect civilians.
- 05Mirza emphasized the need for dialogue between authorities and protesters to prevent further escalation.
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Amjad Ayub Mirza, a political activist from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), has called for urgent intervention from the United Nations due to a deteriorating humanitarian and political crisis in the region. In a video statement, he expressed alarm over reports of a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters in Rawalakot, who were advocating for their economic, social, and civil rights. Mirza alleged that security forces, including the Pakistani Rangers and Punjab Police, used live ammunition against unarmed demonstrators, leading to civilian casualties. He criticized the Pakistani government's heavy-handed approach, which he believes has heightened tensions instead of addressing public grievances. Mirza urged the international community to verify these allegations and emphasized the necessity for an independent UN fact-finding mission to investigate the situation and ensure civilian protection. He warned that failure to act could lead to severe consequences, stating that the world must not remain silent while civilians seek protection from repression and violence.
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The situation in PoJK could escalate further if the international community does not intervene, affecting the safety and rights of civilians in the region.
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