Violence Escalates in Pakistani Kashmir as Contested Regional Vote Begins

Fresh clashes broke out in Pakistani‑controlled Kashmir on election day. The region is holding a week‑long contested vote. Officials Fresh clashes broke out in Pakistani‑controlled Kashmir on election day. The region is holding a week‑long contested vote. Officials

report dozens of deaths in the weeks leading up to the poll. A banned civil‑rights group says supporters were killed in police confrontations. The violence underscores tensions surrounding the election. Security forces and protesters have been engaged in repeated

confrontations. International observers are watching the situation closely. The outcome of the vote may influence future stability in the area.