India: Separatist attack in Kashmir June 4

Event

At least 16 individuals were injured on Monday, June 4, in a grenade attack carried out by separatist militants in Shopian (Batapora area). The casualties include 12 civilians and four police officers.

Tensions remain high in the region between separatists militants, Pakistani forces, and Indian forces. Cross-border fire between Indian and Pakistani forces in addition to attacks by separatist groups are possible in the coming days and weeks.

Context

Since the beginning of May, clashes between Indian forces and both separatists militants and Pakistani forces have increased in the Kashmir region. Social unrest, general strikes, and violent clashes are common.

Advice

Individuals in the affected areas are advised to monitor developments to the situation and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities. As a reminder, some Western governments advise their citizens against travel to parts of Jammu and Kashmir, notably areas along the Line of Control (border), due to the significant risk of violence.