Kashmiris struggle to make their voices heard – DW – 05/21/2025
in Srinagar
|
Atzaz Mehdi
in Muzaffarabad
05/21/2025
May 21, 2025
As India and Pakistan mount diplomatic offensives across the world following their recent military confrontation, Kashmiris on both sides of the border say it's time for their voices to be heard.
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Kashmiris struggle to make their voices heard – DW – 05/21/2025
Khalid Khan in Srinagar | Atzaz Mehdi in Muzaffarabad 05/21/2025 May 21, 2025 As India and Pakistan mount diplomatic offensives across the world following their recent military confrontation, Kashmiris on both sides of the border say it's time for their voices to be heard.
