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British national shot dead in Kashmir by Pakistani security forces

Source: The Guardian Published Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:00:36 GMT
British national shot dead in Kashmir by Pakistani security forces

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Key context: <p>Mohammad Akhtar, 50, from Peterborough killed during clashes between authorities and protesters</p><p>A British national was shot dead in Pakistan-administered Kashmir during clashes between security forces and protesters, the Guardian can reveal.</p><p>Another Briton has been held in a regional prison for more than two months despite his family’s efforts to secure his release through the Foreign Office.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/aug/10/british-national-shot-dead-in-kashmir-by-pakistani-security-forces">Continue reading...</a> This development from The Guardian highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Mohammad Akhtar, 50, from Peterborough killed during clashes between authorities and protestersA British national was shot dead in Pakistan-administered Kashmir during clashes between security forces and protesters, the Guardian can reveal.Another Briton has been held in a regional prison for more than two months despite his family’s efforts to secure his release through the Foreign Office. Continue reading...

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