Violence in Kashmir has escalated to alarming levels, with at least 31 people killed in clashes since June. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has stepped in to urge restraint and calm in the region, expressing deep concern over the deteriorating situation. Turk's appeal comes as tensions between Indian and Pakistani forces continue to simmer, with reports of cross-border shelling and civilian casualties mounting. As the international community watches with growing unease, the UN human rights chief's call for calm is a stark reminder of the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the decades-long conflict that has plagued Kashmir.
Kashmir clashes have killed 31 since June, leading UN rights chief Volker Turk to appeal for calm.
