Several British parliamentarians have expressed grave concern over the escalating unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), where many civilians have been killed or injured in brutal crackdown by Pakistani security forces. The region remains under a strict lockdown, curfew, and a complete communications blackout.
Addressing the British Parliament, the United Kingdom Conservative Party leader and MP, Bob Blackman, said that Pakistani security forces had opened fire on peaceful demonstrators in PoJK, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries of civilians, including British nationals. He asked the British government whether it had summoned Pakistan’s High Commissioner over the reported violence and what steps had been taken to protect innocent bystanders. Raising the issue in a parliamentary debate, another UK lawmaker, Imran Hussain, voiced serious concern over continued bloodshed, arbitrary arrests and restrictions on communication in PoJK. Hussain said that reports suggesting restrictions on the movement of food and medical supplies into several parts of the region are deeply alarming. He emphasised that respect for the human rights of Kashmiris in PoJK must remain at the heart of any negotiations.
The Joint Awami Action Committee, JAAC has warned Pakistan it will launch final action if its demands are unmet, inviting global observers to witness the situation. These demands include economic reforms, fair resource distribution, reduced paramilitary presence, and changes to legislative seat allocations. JAAC leader Sardar Aman Khan has sought humanitarian aid from India, citing shortages due to an alleged blockade and military crackdown. He accused Islamabad of hypocrisy for labelling activists as terrorists
