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Muslims fear potential 'Israel-like' retaliation after Kashmir attack

Social media is in a frenzy following the attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir, as thousands fear potential retaliations against the region and wider Muslim populations in India

At least 26 tourists were killed and 13 others injured after gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists in Pahalgam in Indian-administered Kashmir on Tuesday, according to Indian police.

As the attack has been receiving continuous media coverage and attention from international leaders, people online are highlighting the long history of what many call the Indian "occupation" of the area that has led to this moment. 

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