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Kashmir remembers slain leaders amid restrictions, protests

Sunday, 11 February 2018 4:09 PM [ Last Update: Sunday, 11 February 2018 4:09 PM ]

Indian paramilitary soldiers stand guard near barbwire set as a road blockade

Syed Ali Safvi
Press TV, Indian-controlled Kashmir

Restrictions are tight in Indian-controlled Kashmir, as the region marks the death anniversary of two pro-independence leaders who were secretly hanged and buried by New Delhi years ago. Protests have taken place despite the crackdown, with protesters taking the chance to renew calls for independence. Press TV’s Syed Ali Safvi tells us more.

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