London, July 8 -- British Conservative MP Bob Blackman has strongly criticised Pakistan over the reported killing of peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), urging the UK government to take a tougher stance and hold Pakistan accountable for alleged human rights violations.

Speaking in the UK Parliament, Blackman stated that Pakistani security forces had opened fire on peaceful demonstrators who were protesting for basic human rights, including access to food and security. He claimed that more than 30 people were killed and over 200 others were injured in the crackdown, including British nationals.

Addressing the government, Blackman questioned whether merely updating travel advice was an adequate response. He ...