Pakistan has banned the news network Al Jazeera, accusing it of “yellow journalism” after it aired extensive coverage of a crackdown in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, known as PoK. The move follows the network’s reporting on the disputed region, which drew sharp criticism from Pakistani authorities. In a separate development, the United Nations has warned Pakistan over the same crackdown, saying there needs to be accountability. The UN statement did not provide further details on the nature of the warning. The ban on Al Jazeera came shortly after its reports from PoK, which Pakistan says amount to biased or sensationalist journalism. The network has not yet commented on the ban. The UN’s call for accountability adds to international pressure on Pakistan over its actions in the region. The crackdown in PoK has been a point of contention, with rights groups and international bodies raising concerns. The exact scope of the crackdown and the number of people affected remain unclear. Pakistan has not yet responded to the UN’s warning. This is a developing situation.