'My only son was shot standing up for justice' - inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
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Notable Quotes
"We only asked for affordable flour, electricity and our basic rights. Instead, our brothers are being killed."
— Ali , Activist
"We were only asking for our rights. We are not terrorists."
— Asma , Other
"At the same time I feel proud that he gave his life while standing up for the rights of the people."
— Salman , Other
Key People
Ali is a 39-year-old man living in Tehran who discussed the current state of life in Iran.
A mother who lost her son at the protests.
A former member of the armed forces who lost his son during the protests.
A brother who shared his grief after losing a family member in the protests.
A protester who was shot in the chest during clashes in Rawalakot.
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The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
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