Posts by: The Baloch Circle
Balochistan cities observe shutdown strike amid BNP-M protests
A shutter-down strike was observed in various cities across Balochistan on Monday, following a call from the Balochistan National Party-Mengal (BNP-M). This strike coincided with the eleventh day of the party’s ongoing sit-in protest at
Sardar Akhtar Mengal addresses fourteenth day of Lakpass sit-in protest, vows to fight for Baloch rights
The sit-in protest in Lakpass reached its fourteenth consecutive day today, with Balochistan National Party (BNP) chief Sardar Akhtar Jan Mengal delivering a passionate speech that condemned the country’s political leadership while reaffirming his commitment
Baloch Yakjehti Committee calls for statewide protests against leadership arrests
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has announced that demonstrations and sit-ins will take place across Balochistan on Sunday, April 13, in response to the ongoing arrests of its central leadership, which it describes as part
Mengal critiques state repression in Balochistan at all-party conference during Lakpass sit-in
Sardar Akhtar Mengal, leader of the Balochistan National Party Mengal (BNP-Mengal), addressed an All Parties Conference (APC) during the BNP’s sit-in near Lakpass, Mastung, on Monday. He reaffirmed his party’s dedication to the ongoing protest
Paank strongly condemns the extrajudicial killing of 21-year-old Nabeel Baloch
Paank strongly condemns the extrajudicial killing of 21-year-old Nabeel Baloch, who was shot dead by a state-armed death squad in Tump Bazaar. This tragic incident represents a disturbing pattern of systematic violence carried out by
Jeeye Sindh Freedom Movement demands an international investigation into human rights violations in Pakistan
Jeeye Sindh Freedom Movement demands an international investigation into human rights violations in Pakistan. Grand Ceremony on the Occasion of the 30th Death Anniversary of Sain G.M. Syed (JSFM London) On Saturday, 26th April 2025,
Ongoing State Repression Aims to Stifle Peaceful Political Activism in Balochistan – BYC Leaders
Central leaders of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) have raised serious alarms regarding an ongoing government crackdown against their organization. At a press conference held at the Karachi Press Club on Tuesday, BYC officials outlined
BNM Holds Lobbying Event at UK Parliament to Highlight Human Rights Violations in Balochistan
London : In a bid to amplify the voices of the oppressed in Balochistan, the Baloch National Movement (BNM) brought its human rights campaign to the heart of British democracy. The BNM held a lobbying
State losing control in Balochistan, especially after dark—says Pakistan’s ex-PM Abbasi
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has issued a stark warning about the escalating security crisis in Balochistan, asserting that the state is quickly losing its grip, particularly after dark. During a recent interview,
Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Salam Zaeef warns that India-Pakistan conflict is political, not religious
Former Ambassador of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan to Pakistan and Taliban leader Mullah Abdul Salam Zaeef has issued a warning regarding the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan. He described the hostilities as primarily
BLF takes responsibility for attacks on military installations in Kech, Awaran and Jhaoo
The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) has claimed responsibility for a series of coordinated attacks targeting Pakistani military and naval installations across different regions of Balochistan, including Turbat, Malaar, and Nondara. These assaults are part of
BWF denounces rocket attack on civilian residence in Kech
The Baloch Women Forum (BWF) has strongly condemned a recent rocket launcher attack on the residence of civilian Jangiyan Baloch in the Balicha area of Tump Tehsil, district Kech. The organization described the assault as
Lawyer questions Balochistan High Court’s fairness in the BYC leaders’ bail case
A dramatic development took place during a hearing at the Balochistan High Court on Tuesday, focusing on the bail applications of detained leaders of the Baloch Yekjehti Committee (BYC). The proceedings quickly turned tense as
Gwadar: Two teenage brothers abducted by Pakistani forces
Two teenage boys have reportedly been forcibly disappeared by Pakistani security forces in Gwadar, amid a rising trend of enforced disappearances across Balochistan. The incident has heightened concerns about human rights violations in the region,
Protest in Quetta Demands Release of Dr. Mahrang and BYC Leaders
A protest rally was held in Quetta on Tuesday to protest the continued detention of Dr. Mahrang Baloch, a prominent human rights activist and key organizer of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), along with other
Explosive attack hits Pakistani military convoy in Khuzdar, Balochistan
A deadly explosion occurred earlier today near Zero Point in the Khuzdar district of Balochistan, targeting a military convoy. Reports indicate that the blast struck a bus carrying Pakistani army personnel as the convoy was
Quetta: Pakistani forces raid and detain student
Pakistani forces conducted a raid on a house in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan, during the intervening night of Thursday and Friday. They detained and secretly transferred a young student, Aimal Aurangzeb, in front of
Pakistan army accuses Mahrang Baloch of supporting terrorism; human rights groups denounce claims
Pakistan’s military has recently accused Baloch rights activist Dr. Mahrang Baloch of acting as a proxy for terrorist groups, prompting strong condemnation from human rights advocates and the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC). During a press
Former senator cautions against labelling Dr Mahrang and BYC as ‘terrorists’ without proof
Former senator and human rights defender Farhatullah Babar has issued a strong warning against branding Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leader Dr. Mahrang Baloch or her organization as “terrorists” without any credible evidence or legal proceedings.
The disappearance of Ghani Baloch, a distinguished MPhil scholar and Central Committee member of the National Democratic Party (NDP), is deeply concerning. Shalee Baloch
The disappearance of Ghani Baloch, a distinguished MPhil scholar and Central Committee member of the National Democratic Party (NDP), is deeply concerning. Shalee Baloch Shalee Baloch, on her social media, stated The disappearance of Ghani
Quetta: BLA claims responsibility for attack on police that killed 4, injured 18
In a deadly incident that occurred on Monday, at least four people, including two police officers, were killed and 18 others were left injured in an explosion in Quetta, the capital city of Balochistan. The
Military operation in Mach, Bolan enters fourth day, disrupting local life
The Pakistani security forces have reportedly cordoned off multiple areas of Balochitan’s Mach, Bolan and their environs, as a large-scale military operation in the region enters its fourth day. The ground troops, assisted by gunship
