The All Parties Hurriyat Conference Azad Jammu and Kashmir (APHC-AJK) chapter has stated that August 5 is one of the worst and most painful chapters in Jammu and Kashmir's recent history. APHC-AJK leader Mahmood Ahmed Saghar issued a statement in Islamabad today, saying that on August 5, 2019, the Indian BJP government led by Modi forcibly snatched all political, social, religious, and basic rights of the people of the occupied territory. As a result, Kashmiris observe the day as "Youm-e-Istehsal". Saghar said India's illegal action to strip Kashmir of its special status was an attack on Kashmir's unique identity and aimed at changing the internationally disputed status of Jammu and Kashmir.

He emphasized that Kashmiris will continue their struggle until they achieve their right to self-determination. Saghar added that India's policies of oppression and suppression cannot deter the Kashmiri people from getting their inalienable right. He also condemned the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in an attack in Iran, and expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine. Meanwhile, APHC-AJK leaders Mushtaq Ahmed Butt and Muhammad Sultan Butt urged Kashmiris worldwide to hold protest demonstrations on August 5 against Indian aggression and draw the world's attention to the plight of the Kashmiri people.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan