Balochistan
Families of missing persons protest for justice and the safe return of loved ones
The family of Zaheer Ahmed has been holding a sit-in protest on Sariab Road, Quetta, for seven days, demanding his safe return after he was allegedly abducted by Pakistani security forces on June 27. Despite
Baloch Yakjehti Committee calls for unity and resistance against genocide in Balochistan
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee has issued a statement calling for unity and support among the Baloch people to address the severe human rights issues in Balochistan. The committee is organizing a public gathering, “Baloch Raji
The Baloch Peoples Congress strongly condemns the disrespect towards Baloch women and the brutal violence by Pakistani forces against peaceful protests
The Baloch Peoples Congress strongly condemns the disrespect towards Baloch women and the brutal violence by Pakistani forces against peaceful protests. In a joint statement by Dr. Naela Quadri Baloch, Waja Siddik Azad, and Dr.
Pakistani forces’ raid in Khuzdar, wounding women and children protesters block roads in outrage
Pakistani forces have reportedly raided a home in the Greesha area of Khuzdar, injuring several people, including women and children. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with local residents blocking a road in protest. According
London Witnesses Massive Protest as Disappearance of Baloch Businessman Completes 4 Years
On Saturday, the family of Baloch businessman Mir Taj Muhammad Sarparah, who was allegedly forcibly disappeared by Pakistani intelligence agencies in Karachi on July 19, 2020, held a protest in London to mark the fourth
Climate Activist, Greta Thunberg Condemns Pakistan’s Crackdown on Baloch National Gathering
Popular Swedish environment and climate justice activist Greta Thunberg has raised alarm over reports of a crackdown by Pakistani state forces on the ‘Baloch Raaji Muchi’ (Baloch National Gathering) in Gwadar, Balochistan. Thunberg took to
Pakistan’s Halt of Raji Muchi Proves Peaceful Human Rights Struggle in Balochistan is Futile: BNM Spokesperson
The peaceful struggle for human rights in Balochistan remains unattainable due to state violence, but the Baloch will persist in their peaceful resistance. The spokesman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) stated that the relationship
Dr. Mahrang Baloch: Baloch Gathering Witnesses Unprecedented Baloch Resilience
On Sunday, thousands of individuals gathered in Gwadar, Balochistan, for the ‘Baloch Raaji Muchi’ (Baloch National Gathering), defying a harsh crackdown by Pakistani authorities. The event was organized by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) and
United Nations, Amnesty International and other human rights organizations take immediate notice of the state terrorism and barbarism unfolding in Gwadar- Baloch peoples congrees
Baloch peoples congrees and Baloch voice association in a joint statement stated that We are receiving extremely distressing reports from Gwadar, where Pakistan’s security forces have once again attacked the peaceful sit-in of the Baloch
Resolution Against Pakistani Crackdown on Gwadar Protest Tables in UK Parliament
British Member of Parliament John McDonnell has introduced a resolution condemning the violent crackdown by security forces during a peaceful rally in Gwadar, Balochistan. This event, organized by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), aimed to
BNM Spokesperson Thanks John McDonnell for Motion on Balochistan in British Parliament
BNM Drafts Detailed Reports to Heads of State, United Nations, and Human Rights Organizations The main spokesman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) has expressed gratitude to John McDonnell, Member of Parliament of the British
ISPR Chief accuses Baloch Yakjehti Committee of terrorist links; BYC denies allegations and defends the Peaceful Movement
In a recent press conference, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the Director General of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), claimed that the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) is acting as a “proxy for terrorist organizations and
August 11th is Pledge Renewal Day, We swear by the blood of the martyrs that we will relentlessly continue the struggle for freedom- Spokesperson, BNM
In his statement regarding Balochistan’s Independence Day from British rule on August 11, the spokesperson for the Baloch National Movement (BNM) said that August 11 is a day to renew our commitment. He urged everyone
Balochistan witnessed multiple attacks during Pakistan’s National Day preparations
On Tuesday, multiple explosions rocked Quetta, the capital city of Balochistan, as Pakistan braced for its Independence Day celebrations. Reports indicate a blast occurred at a flag stall in Quetta, while a bomb explosion in
Protest in Quetta Demands Immediate Recovery of Forcibly Disappeared Dr. Abdul Hayee Baloch
On Tuesday, the family of Dr. Abdul Hayee Baloch, who was reportedly forcibly disappeared by Pakistani authorities, organized a protest in Quetta advocating for his immediate return. The demonstration began at Balochistan University and made
Baloch liberation army claims major success in “Operation Herof” and reports significant Pakistani military casualties
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has declared the successful completion of its “Fidayeen Operation Herof,” asserting that it resulted in the deaths of 130 Pakistani military personnel across a series of coordinated attacks in Balochistan.
Pakistani army accused of executing brothers in Kalat’s Johan Narmuk area
In a troubling incident reported from the Johan Narmuk area of Kalat, the Pakistan Army is accused of dragging two brothers from their home and executing them. The victims, identified as Ismail and Abbas, were
HRCP condemns heavy-handed tactics against Baloch rights activists
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) condemns the use of heavy-handed tactics such as placing Baloch rights activist Sammi Deen Baloch on the Exit Control List, thereby violating her freedom of movement, and reportedly
Social media campaign launched for recovery of Diljan Baloch
Baloch Voice for Justice, a rights group, has announced a social media campaign aimed at demanding the recovery of Diljan Baloch, who was reportedly forcibly disappeared from Awaran in June 2024. The campaign is scheduled
Female students speak out against security forces’ actions at the University of Balochistan
Female students at the University of Balochistan have accused Pakistani security forces of harassment during a recent raid on the girls’ hostel, alleging they were targeted under the guise of a drug search and subjected
Pakistani Forces Arrest 5 Women, Intensify Search Operations in Gwadar
In the aftermath of a recent assault by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) targeting Chinese nationals, local authorities have apprehended a group of Baloch women and launched an extensive search operation in Gwadar, a coastal
Pakistan’s Colonization efforts in Balochistan threaten to alter demography. Dr Naseem
Pakistan’s Colonization efforts in Balochistan threaten to alter demography. Dr Naseem Despite it these oppressive measures, the Baloch nation remains resolute in its political journey. London: According to Dr Naseem Baloch, Pakistan is striving to
BLA claims responsibility for attacks in Quetta ahead of Pakistan’s Independence Day
A series of armed assaults occurred in major cities of Balochistan just prior to Pakistan’s “Independence” Day, with a Baloch armed group claiming responsibility for the incidents. Reports indicate that unidentified individuals targeted a stall
Barrick Gold to Enable Saudi Acquisition of Stake in Reko Diq Mine
Barrick Gold, a prominent Canadian mining company, has expressed its willingness to allow the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) to acquire a 25% stake in the Reko Diq mine situated in Balochistan. In a recent
Rights Groups Join Hands To Demand Release Of All Missing Persons
Rights Groups Join Hands To Demand Release Of All Missing Persons Several human rights organisations have come together for a social media campaign demanding the safe release of all missing persons in Pakistan and an
July Report: Human Rights Group Released Alarming Report On Human Rights Situation In Balochistan
The Human Rights Department of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), Paank, has unveiled its report for July 2023, shedding light on an alarming surge in human rights abuses within Balochistan. According to the report, 57
Kech: Tragic Roadside Explosion Claims Seven Lives, Including UC Chairman
A tragic incident occurred on Monday in the Balagatar area of Balochistan’s district Kech, resulting in the loss of seven lives, including the Chairman of Balgatar’s Union Council (UC). According to law enforcement officials, a
The establishment of Pak-China University in Gwadar is the right of the Baloch children- Dr. Abdul Malik Baloch
Former Chief Minister of Balochistan and Central President of National Party Dr. Abdul Malik Baloch has said that the resolution passed in the National Assembly to build Pak China Gwadar University in Lahore is unacceptable
Concerns over involvement of Pakistani secret services’ grew as youth disappeared in Balochistan
On Tuesday, a youth was forcefully taken away from the Kharan district of Balochistan, sparking concern over his well-being and whereabouts. According to reports, the Pakistani secret services are allegedly responsible for the detention of
CPEC: The Corridor to Balochistan Genocide
Balochistan is rich not only in oil and gas reserves, but also the region boasts gold, coal, copper, iron ore, titanium and uranium deposits. Pakistan cannot afford to lose Balochistan which may hurt its national
BNC extends full support to PM of Exile Government of Balochistan.
PRESS RELEASE* BNC extends full support to PM of Exile Government of Balochistan. *Washington DC:* The Balochistan National Council (BNC), a US based Baloch body for freedom and justice for Baloch people, extends full support
Suicide: An exacerbating conundrum In Balochistan
Self-destruction is not a distinctive or an inconsequential conundrum rather is one of the leading causes of death worldwide among people aged 15 to 44, but heretofore world seems to fall flat to track down
Demonstration at Quetta Press Club by VBMP
Nasrullah Baloch, chairman of Voice for Baloch Missing Persons, said in a statement that a demonstration will be held in front of the Quetta Press Club today on July 25 at 3 o’clock under the
Reko Diq, The Valley of Minerals and Marginalized Balochistan
Balochistan is endowed with natural resources and covers a large part of the territory about 45% of Pakistan with an estimated population of 19,255,648 as mentioned in the 2023 consensus is heretofore the least developed
Operation continues in Dera Bugti, three missing persons have been identified
The military operation has been going on for the past several days in Dera Bugti district of Balochistan, during the operation so far, the security forces have targeted innocent Baloch and made them the victim
Students of BUETK extend protest into a symbolic hunger strike camp, demanding the fulfillment of educational rights
During a press conference, the leaders of the Grand Students Alliance addressed the ongoing protests at Balochistan University of Engineering and Technology Khuzdar. They stated that for the past two months, students have been advocating
Four more are victims of enforced disappearance in Awaran and Quetta. Military operation continues in Awaran
A military operation is underway in Awaran district of Balochistan, while there are reports from Awaran and Quetta that four people have been forcibly disappeared by Pakistan forces. According to the details, Pakistani forces have
Successful Halt of Deportation and Protection of Baloch Political Activist’s Life
Baloch People’s Congress and Baloch Voice Association in a press release extend their heartfelt gratitude to the German authorities for their decisive action in halting the deportation of Baloch political activist Abdul Hameed Baloch and
BSO Azad expressed concern over increasing forced disappearances in Balochistan
The central spokesperson of Baloch Students Organization Azad expressed serious concern over the increase in cases of forced disappearances of Baloch students from Kech, Karachi, Gwadar and different areas of Balochistan in recent days and
Baloch demands UN Special Rapporteur, fact finding and monitoring missions for Balochistan
Prof. Naela Quadri Baloch demands UN Special Rapporteur, fact finding and monitoring missions for Balochistan to halt the ongoing genocide of Baloch people. While speaking in the 53rd regular session of the United Nations Human
