'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.
All Coverage
The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
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