Pakistan Hosts 'Kashmir Exploitation Day' Event in Ankara: Call for Referendum

In commemoration of the seventh anniversary since India annulled the special status of Kashmir, the Pakistani Embassy in Ankara organized a significant event. During the gathering, Pakistani Ambassador Yusuf Cüneyd described the revocation of Kashmir's special status and the subsequent events as 'painful.' He urged the international community to pay attention to the ongoing situation in the region. Ambassador Cüneyd's remarks were echoed by Mustafa Kaya, a member of the Turkish Parliament representing the Yeni Yol Party. Kaya emphasized the importance of the United Nations' resolution calling for a referendum on Kashmir, reiterating that the voices of the Kashmiri people should be heard. He stressed that a fair plebiscite is essential for determining the future of the region. The event served not only as a reminder of the ongoing unrest in Kashmir but also as a call to action for international stakeholders to support the rights of the Kashmiri population. Both speakers highlighted the dire humanitarian situation and urged for more robust diplomatic efforts to address the conflict. Participants at the event expressed solidarity with the people of Kashmir and called for a peaceful resolution to the longstanding conflict. The Pakistani government continues to advocate for Kashmir on various international platforms, seeking to bring global attention to the region's plight.