1988 Gilgit massacre

The 1988 Gilgit Massacre refers to a tragic sectarian violence incident that occurred in the town of Gilgit, Pakistan, on February 28, 1988. The event was characterized by the targeted killing of a significant number of Shia Muslims by extremist Sunni groups, which led to heightened sectarian tensions in the region. Reports indicate that approximately 100 individuals lost their lives during this incident, with many more injured. The massacre heightened existing ethnic and religious divisions in Gilgit-Baltistan and prompted widespread condemnation from various domestic and international entities. In the aftermath, security measures were intensified, and the incident marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing sectarian strife that has impacted the region for decades.