Protests against the 2025 India-Pakistan conflict
After the 2025 Pahalgam attack, protests were sparked around the world.[1][2] These protests focused on a variety of issues related to the 2025 India–Pakistan conflict.[3][4][5]
Pakistan
Peshawar
On May 7th, 2025, following India's overnight airstrikes on Pakistan in response to assaults on Hindu tourists in Kashmir, numerous individuals began demonstrating against India in the streets of Peshawar.
Karachi
Numerous political parties in Pakistan gathered in Karachi to strongly condemn India's missile attacks that resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals and injuries to 57 others.
Islamabad
At the National University of Modern Languages (NUML) in Islamabad, a significant rally was organized against India by students and faculty members.
Lahore
A demonstration was arranged by the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League in Lahore, starting at Istanbul Chowk and making its way to the Punjab Assembly, accompanied by enthusiastic shouts of "Pakistan Zindabad" and "Pak Army Zindabad."
Pakistan Administrated Kashmir
On April 26, 2025, a large anti-India demonstration took place in Muzaffarabad, the capital of Pakistan administrated Kashmir, organized by Pasban-e-Hurriyat Jammu and Kashmir (PHJK).[6] A separate public protest was conducted in Mirpur to express opposition to the Indian attack on Pakistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
India
Delhi
More than five hundred people demonstrated in front of the Pakistan High Commission in Delhi after the terror attack in Pahalgam, calling for action against Pakistan. Participating social groups and the BJP called on the government to carry out another surgical strike.[7]
Europe
United Kingdom
Indian diaspora residents demonstrated against the Pahalgam terror attack on April 25, 2025, in front of the Pakistan High Commission in London.[8][9][10]
In response to the growing tensions between Pakistan and India, a number of British Pakistani demonstrators gathered in front of the Indian High Commission in London on May 3.[11][12] In addition, following the nation's missile strikes on Pakistan on May 7th evening, British Pakistani demonstrators staged a demonstration outside the Indian Embassy in London on May 8.[13][14][15]
France
Members of the Indian diaspora in France gathered in front of the Eiffel Tower to hold an anti-Pakistan protest.[16][17][18]
Asia
Bangladesh
A pro-Pakistani demonstration was staged in Bangladesh on May 6, 2025, following the attack in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025.[19]
Americas
United States
Members of the Indian diaspora gathered for a peaceful demonstration in Washington, DC, to honor the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack.[20][21]
Religious groups
Christianity
On May 5, 2025, the Christian community held a protest in Pakistan against India's warlike propaganda.[22][23]
Sunni Muslims
Maulana Muhammad Ahmed Ludhianvi, the Chief of the Sunni Ulema Council (SUC) and Qaide Ahl-e-Sunnat, issued a warning during a rally that if India takes any action against Pakistan's security, the Council will fully support the Pakistan Army and respond with greater force than in the 1965 war.[24]
Boycott
According to a statement from the Turkish presidency, Erdogan commended Pakistan's "calm and restrained" response to the crisis and expressed support for Islamabad's call for an investigation into the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people on April 22.[25][26]Azerbaijan also issued statements in support of Pakistan after India conducted Operation Sindoor.[27] Due to these statements Indian citizen are calling for a boycott of Turkish Airlines and Azerbaijan due to their public support for Pakistan in the face of escalating Indo-Pak tensions.[28][29]
References
- ↑ India's Deadly Strikes On Pakistan Spark Protests, 2025-05-07, retrieved 2025-05-08
- ↑ Admin, SIte (2025-04-28). "Indian diaspora around world holds protests against horrific terror attack at Pahalgam". Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Saifi, Rhea Mogul (2025-04-24). "A tourist massacre in Kashmir is escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. Here's what we know". CNN. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ BUREAU, The Hindu (2025-05-05). "Pahalgam terror attack Highlights: Military solution is no solution, says UN Chief António Guterres". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "'Not even placards': How Pak protest in London fizzled out amid "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" chant". The Economic Times. 2025-04-28. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Naqash, Tariq (2025-04-26). "Anti-India rally in Muzaffarabad condemns Pahalgam incident, calls for UN probe". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Pahalgam attack: Protest held near Pakistan High Commission in Delhi". The Economic Times. 2025-04-24. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Indian diaspora in London counters pro-Khalistan, Pakistan protest outside high commission". The Times of India. 2025-05-01. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Carroll, Michael D. (2025-05-08). "India-Pakistan conflict could spark unrest on British streets, MP warns". Express.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Indian diaspora in London counters pro-Khalistan, Pakistan protest outside high commission". The Times of India. 2025-05-01. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "India-Pakistan latest: Pakistanis in London to protest outside Indian Embassy as Asian conflict reaches Britain". www.gbnews.com. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Bowkett, Megan Howe (2025-05-07). "Protesters demonstrate in central London after Indian air strikes on Pakistan". The Standard. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Burleigh, Charlie Bradley (2025-05-07). "Protestors descend on Indian Embassy in London as Pakistan hit by missiles". Express.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Bird, Steve (2025-05-07). "India-Pakistan conflict 'could spill onto Britain's streets'". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Pakistani protesters rally outside High Commission of India, London, UK to protest the attacks on Pakistan from the Indian Military, retrieved 2025-05-08
- ↑ "'We Stand With…': France's STRONG Stand On India After 'Op Sindoor'; Sends Clear Message To Pak?". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Indian diaspora in Paris protests against Pak over J-K terror attack". The Tribune. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ ""We're peace-loving nation…", Indian diaspora protest against Pahalgam attack in France' Paris". Zee Business. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Pro-Pakistan rally held in Bangladesh amid tension with India". 24 News HD. 2025-05-06. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Massive Protests In US, France, England, Germany Against Pahalgam Attack". NDTV. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Trump asks India, Pakistan to stop now as 'tit-for-tat' is done, says he's ready to help". The Times of India. 2025-05-08. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Report, Recorder (2025-05-05). "Christian community holds protest against India's false propaganda". Brecorder. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ Marshall, Azad (2025-05-04). "Moderator of the Church of Pakistan calls for street protests against India". Anglican Ink © 2025. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Sunni Ulema Council Vows Strong Response To Indian Aggression". UrduPoint. Retrieved 2025-05-08.
- ↑ "Turkey backs Pakistan, Israel supports India and Gulf states look to mediate". Middle East Eye. Retrieved 2025-05-09.
- ↑ "'I pray for Allah's mercy for our brothers': Turkey's Erdogan to 'brotherly people of Pakistan'". Firstpost. 2025-05-09. Retrieved 2025-05-09.
- ↑ "Azerbaijan expresses solidarity with Pakistan amid India tensions". 2025-05-08. Retrieved 2025-05-09.
- ↑ "Here's Why 'Boycott Turkish Airlines' Is Trending On Social Media: 'A Call To Every Proud Indian'". News18. Retrieved 2025-05-09.
- ↑ "'Turkey should be banned from tourist lists': Ankara faces backlash for anti-India stance post Op Sindoor - 'Turkey should be banned from tourist lists': Ankara faces backlash for anti India stance post Op Sindoor BusinessToday". Business Today. 2025-05-08. Retrieved 2025-05-09.