Final election phase begins in Pakistan-administered Kashmir despite banned group's boycott call

Voters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir headed to the polls on Monday for the final phase of legislative assembly elections. The voting process follows a period of heightened tension in the region, marked by weeks of violent protests and clashes between demonstrators and security forces.

The election proceeded despite a boycott call issued by a banned group. These incidents of unrest have significantly impacted the atmosphere surrounding the campaign period leading up to the final vote.