Pakistan: “Terrorism” designation of protest movement marks dangerous escalation in Jammu and Kashmir crackdown

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Designation of protest movement as terrorism enables severe human rights violations and repression. | The designation of a protest movement as 'terrorism' by Pakistani authorities in Jammu and Kashmir represents a severe violation of fundamental human rights, including freedom of expression, assembly, and protection from arbitrary detention. This action enables systemic repression, undermining democratic freedoms and the rights of children and adults alike, with immediate and severe consequences