PoK Protests: People across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are observing a shutdown while demanding justice for protesters killed during clashes. The region has witnessed continued unrest, with markets and businesses closed amid growing public anger.

The shutdown comes as protest groups continue to raise demands over governance, political representation and accountability following the deaths during the unrest.

Watch the full report for the latest developments from PoK, the shutdown across the region and the growing demands for justice.

PoK Demands Justice for Killed Protesters, People Observe Shutdown Across the Region

Pakistan is facing fresh criticism over press freedom after journalist and researcher Danish Irshad was reportedly placed on the country’s Fourth Schedule, an administrative terrorism watch list that can impose restrictions on movement, finances and public activities.

Irshad has reportedly documented developments in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir for nearly a decade, including recent protests, the security crackdown and the deaths of civilians. His reported inclusion on the Fourth Schedule has raised questions among journalists, activists and rights groups over the use of anti-terror provisions against a journalist.

Critics argue that the reported absence of a public trial or clearly stated criminal allegations against Irshad raises serious concerns about press freedom and independent journalism. Pakistani journalists and activists have reportedly described the move as an attack on media freedom and warned that it could have a chilling effect on journalists covering protests, human rights and political unrest.

The development comes amid broader restrictions on media access and reporting from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Foreign journalists and Pakistani staff working with international media have reportedly faced additional government clearance requirements for reporting outside Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi.

Pakistan Places Journalist Danish Irshad On Fourth Schedule Terror Watch List | Press Freedom Under Fire

The Pakistani security agencies have arrested and tortured activist Tanveer Ahmed after he removed the Pakistani flag from Dadyal in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir.

Activist Tanveer Ahmed tortured by security agencies after he removed Pakistani flags in PoK

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PoK Demands Justice for Killed Protesters, People Observe Shutdown Across the Region

Pakistan Places Journalist Danish Irshad On Fourth Schedule Terror Watch List | Press Freedom Under Fire

Activist Tanveer Ahmed tortured by security agencies after he removed Pakistani flags in PoK