Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended Pakistan’s crackdown on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). Photo: Wikimedia CommonsPakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended Pakistan’s crackdown on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), describing the demonstrators as “enemies like India.” His remarks came amid fresh violence in the Rawalakot area of PoK, where activists have accused Pakistani security forces of killing at least 30 protesters over the past two days. Pakistan: Authorities must lift communications blackout following reports of lethal force used against protesters amid elections. Polls Held Amid Widespread Anti-Government ProtestsThe elections are being held against the backdrop of widespread anti-government protests across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.