"Violent protests in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir have left at least eight people dead, Pakistani officials confirmed on Thursday. Control over the territory of Kashmir has been divided between Pakistan and India, which have disputed it since the two countries were formed in 1947. The protest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir began on Monday, as thousands took to the streets of Muzaffarabad, the capital of the territory, to demand an end to lucrative benefits for the political class, such as free electricity and expensive cars."
"Authorities blocked internet and mobile phone services. Officials also reportedly warned local media against covering the events. According to AFP news agency reporters on the ground, streets were stained with blood and littered with spent bullet casings, shards of glass and scattered stones. Three policemen and five civilians have been killed so far, according to two security officials who spoke to Reuters news agency."
"Pakistani PM opens dialogue Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed the situation, offering to set up a committee of senior officials to resolve the conflict. "The government is always ready to resolve the problems of our Kashmiri brothers," he said. The committee would be responsible for investigating the violence that occurred and seeking dialogue with protesters, Sharif's office said in a press release."
Violent protests in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir left at least eight people dead after four days of unrest. Thousands protested in Muzaffarabad demanding an end to lucrative benefits for the political class, including free electricity and expensive cars. Authorities blocked internet and mobile phone services and reportedly warned local media against covering the events. Reporters on the ground described streets stained with blood and littered with spent bullet casings, shards of glass and scattered stones. Businesses, schools and transportation services went on strike. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif established a committee of senior officials to investigate the violence and seek dialogue with protesters.
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