Pakistan witnessed its deadliest month of 2026 as militant attacks, bombings, and counterterrorism operations intensified across the country.

According to a report by the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS), 606 people were killed and 232 injured during terror attacks and security operations in July 2026. The report highlights a sharp escalation in violence across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where militants reportedly used IEDs and quadcopter attacks to target infrastructure.

Pakistan's Deadliest Month of 2026 | Terror Attacks Surge Across Balochistan & Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Protests erupted in Lahore after a police crackdown in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) triggered widespread outrage. Student groups, labour organizations, and progressive activists gathered outside the Lahore Press Club to condemn the violence and express solidarity with activists in the region. Demonstrators raised slogans against the ongoing crackdown and demanded that the Pakistani government initiate dialogue with representatives from Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. Protesters also voiced support for the Joint Awami Action Committee, which has reportedly been banned by the Pakistani authorities.

POK Unrest Deepens | Protesters Rally In Lahore Against Police Violence

At least 30 people have been reported killed in clashes between police and protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The unrest erupted amid demonstrations, with authorities facing mounting pressure as tensions continue to rise over the demands and grievances raised by protesters.


Bloodshed continues in PoK as Pakistan army kills protesters

At least 19 people have been reported killed in clashes between police and protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The unrest erupted amid demonstrations, with authorities facing mounting pressure as tensions continue to rise over the demands and grievances raised by protesters.


Pakistani forces open fire on peaceful protesters, 30 killed in 2 days

Even as the first phase of a farcical election unfolded in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, the brutality of Asim Munir's forces continued. After a fresh escalation, the number of PoK civilians killed has reached 67 as of now. This comes after the Joint Awami Action Committee embarked on a long march to Muzaffarabad.


67 dead in Munir's deadly PoK crackdown, India slams 'cosmetic' elections

Pakistani security forces opened fire on demonstrators in Mirpur and other parts of Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK), resulting in multiple casualties during intense anti-government protests led by the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).


Pakistani forces open fire on protesters in Mirpur & Rawalakot, 14 killed in 24 hours

Elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have faced a major boycott and large protest marches. The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) and parties like Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rejected the vote, demanding the removal of special refugee seats and better local rights.


PoK: Polls amid protests, police crackdown, and restrictions

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is reportedly being linked to discussions around the political future of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), with speculation growing over a possible leadership role. The development comes amid shifting political equations in Pakistan and renewed focus on PoK’s governance. Watch the latest updates, political reactions, and analysis on the evolving situation.


Nawaz Sharif calls PoK his 'second home', vows to lead its development 

Nawaz Sharif: Will ask Shehbaz to make me PoK prime minister 

Protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), organized under the Jammu Kashmir Awami Action Committee (JAAC), recently issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Islamabad following a massive region-wide shutdown. The demonstrators have threatened a "grand and final response" and demanded that Pakistani security forces vacate the area amid ongoing unrest and severe internet blackouts.


PoK issues fresh ultimatum to Islamabad

Residents in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are facing growing shortages of food, fuel, and medicines amid an ongoing standoff with Pakistani authorities. As public anger intensifies, local leaders have appealed to India for humanitarian assistance. Meanwhile, the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has issued a fresh ultimatum to Islamabad, demanding action on key grievances. 

Pok leader appeals to India for food & medicines as Pakistan's brutality continues

Widespread Protests Continue in Rawalakot, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Pok), With Thousands Participating in Sit-ins and Marches Organised by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (Jaac). The Demonstrations Are One of the Largest Public Mobilisations in the Region in the Recent Years. Angry Locals Are Demanding the Shehbaz Sharif-led Government to "Get Out" of Pok, as They Accused the Military of Using Drones Laden With Explosives Against Peacful Demonstrations.

Rawalakot erupts again: Asim Munir's backyard burns

Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) secures a definitive legal victory as the High Court overrules the Election Commission’s attempts to strip the party's registration. High court completely dismissed the EC's reasoning and ordered the immediate restoration of PTI's iconic 'bat' election symbol for the upcoming PoK polls.

PTI Secures 'Bat' as Election Symbol in PoK

While Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir's forces tried to stifle protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, their gambit has backfired. Protesters continued to hit the streets and vowed to give up their lives but not succumb to pressure. It is worth noting that PoK is witnessing a shutter-down strike since June 9.


PoK Protesters Defy Asim Munir, Vow 'Will Sacrifice Thousands, Won't Surrender'

Protests have erupted across multiple parts of Kashmir following reports of civilian deaths in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Demonstrators took to the streets expressing solidarity with the victims and demanding accountability over alleged use of force

PoK Protest: PoK Deaths Spark Protests Across Kashmir, Demonstrators Demand Justice

Protests continue across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as demonstrators intensify their campaign against the Pakistani government. Reports claim that 16 people have been killed in a security crackdown, while tens of thousands gathered in Rawalakot in one of the largest demonstrations seen in recent years. Organisers say the movement will continue until their demands are met, despite arrests, restrictions and growing pressure from authorities.


PoK Protests Escalate: Thousands Defy Crackdown In Rawalakot 

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir has come to a standstill after deadly clashes triggered a region-wide shutdown call. Protesters and security forces have been locked in escalating confrontations, with casualties reported and tensions rising across several districts. The unrest has intensified political fault lines in the region, drawing attention to long-standing grievances and governance challenges.

Deadly Unrest Triggers Shutdown Across Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir

Hamza Burhan, identified as one of the key conspirators linked to the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, has reportedly been killed in Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The Pulwama attack had killed 40 Indian CRPF personnel and triggered one of the sharpest escalations between India and Pakistan in recent years.


Pak-Backed Al-Badr Operative Gunned Down

BREAKING: Hamza Burhan, One of the Masterminds in Pulwama  Attack Killed in PoK's Muzaffarabad

The Pak government's sycophancy for US President Trump in backing his Gaza plan and fired up political and public anger back home. Workers of the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Party (TLP) have unleashed massive violence in clashes against security forces looking to crush dissent. And that has taken dimensions of muzzling of media freedoms and the public voice. A report on Inside South Asia. 


Pakistan burns within

Violent protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have left at least 12 people dead, according to reports. The unrest, driven by growing dissatisfaction over economic conditions and governance, has escalated tensions in the region as security forces struggle to restore order.


PoK unrest: Government, protesters seal truce after five days of violence 

PoK unrest: India slams Pak’s brutal crackdown in PoK, condemns rights abuses & resource plunder

PoK Protests Erupt:  At least 12 civilians have been killed as Pakistani security forces opened fire on protesters in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK), marking one of the largest unrests in recent years. The demonstrations began over 38 unmet demands, including tax relief, subsidies on flour and electricity, and abolition of assembly seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees. Violence has spread across Muzaffarabad, Dadyal, Neelum Valley, and Kotli, leaving over 200 injured and several police personnel dead. Shops, markets, and communication services remain shut as protests continue. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has formed a negotiation panel and urged restraint, while activists appeal to the UN for urgent intervention.


PoK protests: Violent protests against Pakistani government; 12 civilians killed in firing

A clash erupted between police and protesters in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir’s (PoK) Dadyal amid demonstrations against soaring inflation and power cuts. Watch to know more.


Pakistan: Massive protest in PoK, angry civilians demand 'azadi' from Pak

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