Recent unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has intensified as the government escalates its crackdown on the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), which has been banned for allegedly threatening public order. This crackdown follows violent protests that have resulted in deaths and numerous arrests. The JAAC, which initially gained traction by advocating for subsidized flour and affordable electricity, has expanded its demands to include greater accountability and constitutional reforms. A significant point of contention is the demand to abolish 12 reserved assembly seats for refugees from Jammu and Kashmir, which the JAAC claims allows Pakistani political parties to exert undue influence in PoK. The situation has drawn international attention, with protests occurring outside the Pakistani Consulate in Bradford, UK, and calls for diplomatic engagement from British MPs. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has expressed concerns about the crackdown, urging for de-escalation and a return to democratic processes. PoK Prime Minister Faisal Mumtaz Rathore has called for dialogue, emphasizing that constitutional changes should be pursued through legislative means rather than protests.