British National Shot Dead In PoK After Protestors Clash With Pakistani Security Forces

Published 10 August 2026 · world

News world British Shot Dead In PoK After Protestors Clash With Pakistani Security Forces British Shot Dead In PoK After Protestors Clash With Pakistani Security

News world British Shot Dead In PoK After Protestors Clash With Pakistani Security Forces British Shot Dead In PoK After Protestors Clash With Pakistani Security Forces Published By, Last Updated: August 10, 2026, 16:01 IST The British government has expressed concern over the continuing situation in parts of Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Rapid Read Jamaat-e-Islami launched massive rallies and sit-ins across Pakistan against the steep levies imposed on the people buying petrol. (Image credit: AFP) A British citizen was shot dead by a stray bullet during clashes between protesters and security forces in PoK amid the ongoing unrest. Mohammad Akhtar, a 50-year-old Peterborough resident, died in Kotli on June 9 while he was visiting the region. His death was not previously reported, according to The Guardian. Another British national has reportedly been in a prison in the region for more than two months, with his family seeking assistance from the UK authorities for his release. Akhtar Was Not Part Of Protest Akhtar was staying near the area where demonstrations were taking place.

His cousin, Mohammad Saad, said he was not participating in the protests and was at home when violence broke out nearby. According to Saad, cited by the outlet, security forces opened fire during the unrest and Akhtar was struck in the chest by a bullet. The family chose not to take the case to British authorities, Saad said. They were reportedly unable to get a police complaint registered in Kashmir and were concerned that pursuing the matter could expose the family to further problems. UK Government Raises Matter With Pakistan The British government has expressed concern over the continuing situation in parts of Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) said British officials, including ministers and the UK’s high commissioner in Islamabad, had been communicating with Pakistani counterparts over the situation. Britain also revised its travel advice on August 7. It continues to advise against travelling to affected parts of the region unless the journey is essential. Hamish Falconer, who previously served as a Foreign Office minister, is understood to have discussed the situation during meetings in Islamabad on June 16 and 17.

Stephen Doughty, who currently holds the Foreign Office role, has also raised the issue with Pakistani officials. Another Briton Has Been In Prison For Over Two Months According to the outlet, another British citizen who has been in a prison in the region for more than two months. His family has been trying to get him released and has contacted the UK Foreign Office for help. The reason for his detention has not been made public. Pakistan’s foreign ministry and its high commission in London did not respond to The Guardian’s request for comment. Unrest Linked To JAAC Protests The violence has taken place amid protests led by supporters of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), a civil society group seeking economic and electoral reforms in the region. The demonstrations began months before a three-phase election in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, which started on July 27. The unrest has repeatedly affected the electoral process. Pakistani authorities have faced allegations of using force against supporters of the group during the protests.