ISLAMABAD: (APP) Foreign Office on Friday briefed ambassadors of African and Middle East states over the tense situation in Indian occupied Kashmir and the continuing crisis.

Pakistan’s serious concern over the brutal killings of innocent civilians and violation of their fundamental human rights by the Indian forces was also conveyed.

The envoys were informed that due to the use of lethal force by Indian forces, more than 40 civilians have lost their lives whereas 2000 have been injured. As a result of the use of pellet guns, more than 70 people are now visually impaired. These concerns have been widely shared by the international community and human rights’ activists, including Indian-based groups.

The Foreign Office emphasized that international community should raise its voice against the blatant human rights violations of innocent Kashmiri Muslims in Occupied Kashmir.