- India's official government policy regarding the territorial status of J&K and Ladakh was stated by the Ministry of External Affairs on May 28, 2026.
- Protests are underway in New Delhi, involving the Parliament and Supreme Court, demanding the government act on assurances regarding statehood restoration for the region.
- Mirwaiz commented on the ongoing situation, referencing student protests in New Delhi and the security crackdown in Kashmir.
Chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq stated that he supports the restoration of statehood for Kashmir.
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What happened
Chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq stated that he supports the restoration of statehood for Kashmir.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Kashmir
disputed territory between China, India and Pakistan
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Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
Mirwaiz (religious leader) of Kashmir (since 1990)
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