Pakistan is trying to crush a mass democratic movement in occupied Kashmir.” - Fiona Lali
British politician and Marxist activist Fiona Lali has spoken out about the ongoing movement in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, describing it as a struggle for democratic rights, affordable electricity, healthcare, education, and economic justice.According to Lali, the movement has attracted support from hundreds of thousands of people and has been met with what she describes as harsh state repression. She accused Pakistani occupying authorities of targeting activists and leaders associated with the Awami Action Committee and attempting to silence the growing movement.Lali also highlighted the growing international attention on the issue, pointing to large solidarity demonstrations in London organized by members of the Kashmiri diaspora.As the movement gains visibility, questions about civil liberties, democratic rights, and state accountability in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are drawing increasing international scrutiny.“