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• India's Ministry of External Affairs dismissed recent local body elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as a "complete farce" on Tuesday. • The Indian government claims the elections are a facade intended to mask Islamabad's brutal crackdown on citizens and widespread public protests. • Protests in PoK have escalated since last month, driven by rising living costs, political discrimination, and alleged atrocities against minority groups.

• India has condemned the recent elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), labeling the process a "complete farce" amid allegations of electoral manipulation. • The region has faced severe turmoil since June, driven by widespread protests against inflation and high electricity tariffs. • Indian officials report that Pakistani forces have killed 90 people in the region since June to suppress the unrest.

• Air strikes, shelling, and shooting continued in Gaza over the weekend, resulting in dozens of casualties, including civilians, according to the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. • Gaza’s Ministry of Health reported over 150 fatalities during July, marking the highest monthly death toll recorded so far this year. • These escalating attacks highlight the worsening humanitarian crisis and the increasing loss of life within the region.

• The Jammu Kashmir Awami Conference (JAAC) protest group has urged residents of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to boycott upcoming elections, labeling the process as "fraud at gunpoint." • JAAC leaders claim that any government formed through these polls will lack legitimacy and have called for supporters to join demonstrations in Muzaffarabad instead of voting. • This movement highlights significant political instability and a lack of trust in the electoral process within the region.

• The PML-N party secured a victory in the second phase of elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), marking a significant political shift in the region. • Security concerns escalated in northwest Pakistan with a rising death toll from attacks, while recovery efforts continue for climbers on Broad Peak. • Diplomatic activity intensified as Donald Trump announced new developments regarding talks with Iran and Aung San Suu Kyi held a rare meeting in Myanmar.

• A violent crackdown on protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), specifically in the hub of Rawalakot, has resulted in deaths and serious injuries to civilians, including teenagers as young as 15. • According to a BBC report featuring accounts from local residents, doctors, and families, the victims were targeted while protesting for basic rights. • The situation highlights a severe escalation of force by authorities against a population demanding fundamental civil liberties and government accountability.

• Pakistan held the second phase of legislative assembly elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK) on Sunday. • The voting process took place amid significant unrest, particularly in Muzaffarabad, where residents reported rock-strewn roads and burnt vehicles. • Heavy security was deployed across the region following violent clashes between local protesters and security forces.