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BLA releases footage of attack on coast guard post in Jiwani
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has released a video showcasing their recent attack on a Pakistan Coast Guards post in Jiwani, a coastal town in Balochistan. The footage indicates that this assault was part of
Quetta: Disappeared woman alleged as suspected bomber sparks conflicting claims
Authorities in Quetta held a press conference on Tuesday, during which they presented a woman, previously reported missing from Khuzdar, as a suspected suicide bomber. The presentation of Farzana Baloch, also known as Farzana Zehri,
Sindh Should Be Given the Right to Self-Determination Under a United Nations–Supervised Referendum: Sohail Abro
Geneva (Switzerland): Sindh should be given the right to self-determination through a United Nations–supervised referendum. This demand was made by Sohail Abro, Chairman of the Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement, during his intervention today on 17
Panjgur: Young man allegedly abducted by pro-govt armed group
A young man has reportedly been abducted in the Panjgur district of Balochistan, according to local sources. The incident has heightened concerns about the activities of alleged pro-government armed groups operating in the region. The
Human Rights Activist Fateh Baloch Addresses Concerns Over Balochistan at UN Human Rights Council
Fateh Baloch, a prominent human rights activist, recently addressed a session of the United Nations Human Rights Council to raise serious concerns about the human rights situation in Balochistan. During his speech, he highlighted the
Barrick further delays Reko Diq project in Balochistan due to security issues
Barrick Mining has announced a slowdown in development activities at its Reko Diq copper-gold project in Balochistan. The company cited increasing security concerns within Pakistan and the broader Middle East as primary reasons for the
Family confirms passing of Jameel Akbar Bugti
Nawabzada Jameel Akbar Bugti, son of the late Balochistan political leader Nawab Akbar Bugti, has passed away in Karachi after a period of illness, according to family sources. The family announced that he had been
Baloch Women Forum demands justice for Awaran incident and emphasises human rights safeguards
The Baloch Women Forum (BWF) has strongly condemned the recent targeting of a family in the Malaar area of Awaran by security forces, describing the incident as “heartbreaking” and calling for strict accountability for those
Our national goal is freedom; we will not step back even an inch.” Dr. Naseem Baloch
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organized an international conference during the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva titled: “Balochistan: Seventy-Eight Years of Occupation, Human Rights Violations, and the Failure of
Balochistan: BRG and UBA Claim Attacks in Naseerabad and Kachhi
Pro-independence Baloch armed groups have claimed responsibility for separate attacks in the districts of Naseerabad and Kachhi within Balochistan, according to statements released to the media. These claims highlight ongoing tensions and insurgent activities in
Four Pakistani soldiers killed during clashes with armed groups in Mastung
A violent incident occurred in Mastung district of Balochistan on Monday, involving a deadly assault that resulted in casualties and the temporary capture of police stations and key routes. The clashes reportedly caused significant disruption
VMPS holds a protest in Geneva for the recovery of enforced disappearances in Pakistan
Geneva, Switzerland: The Voice for Missing Persons of Sindh (Europe Chapter) organized a significant protest outside the United Nations headquarters in Geneva. The demonstration aimed to draw international attention to the ongoing crisis of enforced
BSO Azad declares April 9 as a day of remembrance and reaffirmation for Baloch national liberation
April 9 holds a profound significance in the history of the Baloch national liberation movement as a day to honor the memory and sacrifices of key leaders who were martyred in 2009. The Baloch Students
Quetta: Four killed and three injured in targeted attack on Shia Hazara vendors, protests ongoing
Four people were killed and three others injured in a shooting incident in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan, on Sunday. The attack targeted members of the Shia Hazara community and took place in the Hazar
Family in Quetta seeks answers as six people allegedly disappeared by force in Panjgur
Six men, including three brothers, were reportedly forcibly disappeared during a raid in Panjgur district of Balochistan on Monday, according to local sources. The family of another missing man also demanded his recovery during a
BYC condemns barkhan shelling as ‘collective punishment’ following civilian casualties
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) on Tuesday strongly condemned the recent bombing and shelling in Balochistan’s Barkhan district, describing it as a form of “collective punishment.” The group highlighted that civilians, including women and children,
BLF and BRG take responsibility for several attacks throughout Balochistan
The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) and Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) claimed responsibility for a series of attacks targeting Pakistani forces and installations in various parts of Balochistan. The attacks occurred in the regions of Awaran,
Sain GM Syed’s ideas and struggle are the key to Sindh’s survival and freedom — Syed Asghar Shah
Sindhudesh Revolutionary Army (SRA) Chief Commander Syed Asghar Shah, in his message on the 31st death anniversary of Sindh’s revered leader Sain G.M. Syed, emphasized the profound impact of his personality, ideas, and struggle. He
Fozia Baloch and family released
Fozia Baloch and her family have been released following their recent detention, according to sources. The Karachi police had registered an FIR against them, but it has now been officially discharged by the magistrate. This
Speakers Address Seminar in London on the 31st Death Anniversary of G.M. Syed
London: A seminar titled “G.M. Syed – Leader of Oppressed Nations” was organised in London, United Kingdom, by the Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement on the occasion of the 31st death anniversary of Sindh’s national leader,
Geo News executive producer Zubair Anjum ‘picked up’ in Karachi
Geo News executive producer Zubair Anjum was purportedly picked up from his residence in Karachi’s Model Colony area, it emerged on Tuesday. A report published by Geo.tv quoted residents of Anjum’s neighborhood as saying that
Pakistan must release Zakir Majeed and other Baloch missing persons
The mother of missing Baloch student leader Zakir Majeed Baloch has said that my son was forcibly disappeared on June 8, 2009, and is still missing. He said that a seminar will be held in
Awaran: Protest against Najma Baloch’s murder
On June 4, 2023 a large number of people in Awaran protested on different roads and raised slogans against the non-arrest of Noor Bakhsh who is involved in the suicide case of Najma Baloch and
Quetta: Children’s protest against drugs
On Saturday, boys and girls from different schools marched on the streets in Kali Qambrani area of the capital city of Quetta and raised anti-narcotics slogans. The students of the school said that drugs should
JSFM slams Pakistani Government after recent crackdown against Sindhi political workers
JSFM in a statement on its official website has stated that military operations have been initiated to counter the Sindh Freedom Movement and recent operations aim to harass political workers in Pakistan-occupied Sindh. Pakistani Army
Pakistan: Don’t Trial Civilians in Military Courts Uphold Fair Trial Rights While Prosecuting Violence
(New York) – Human Rights Watch Warns Pakistan Not to Trial Civilians In Military Courts. In a detailed statement issued on the website of Human Rights Watch, the watchdog criticises the policies of the current
Baloch Students Council Condemns Attack on Baloch Students at Punjab University Lahore
The Baloch students council peshawar strongly condemns the brutal attack on Baloch students at Punjab University Lahore. Baloch students have been facing a critical situation for decades. Such violence against Baloch students is an old
Hindu Girl Abducted at Gunpoint in Pithoro, Umarkot Sindh; Forced Marriage Feared
In a distressing incident, a Hindu girl named Hasena Oad has been abducted by Shokat Shar and four other individuals at gunpoint in Pithoro, Umarkot, Sindh. The girl’s father has filed a complaint at the
US Congress members write to Blinken about Pakistan’s crisis
The letter calls for pressure to ensure respect for democratic values and human rights in Pakistan. 60 members of the US Congress wrote a letter to the Secretary of State Antony Blinken about the dire
Federal Cabinet approved the deployment of army in Balochistan
According to the sources, the Balochistan government had recommended the deployment of the army, the approval to deploy the army in Balochistan has been given through the circulation summary. In view of the recent law
Pakistan faces challenges securing IMF loan program and avoiding default
On Thursday, IMF officials stated at a press conference that Pakistan would need to secure additional external funds to complete the ninth review of its loan program. However, Pakistan’s Finance Minister Ishaq Dar claims that
Court grants bail to Mahal Baloch
The bail of Mahal Baloch, a Baloch woman who was forcibly disappeared from her home in Quetta on the night of February 17 and was later arrested by CDT, was approved by the court. On
Imran Khan: Ex-PM arrested outside court in Pakistan
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been arrested outside the High Court in the capital Islamabad. Mr Khan was appearing in court on charges of corruption, which he says are politically motivated. Footage showed
Graphic Novel on a Baloch warrior launched on Amazon
A graphic novel titled “Hammal Jehand: The Sword of Baloch,” illustrating the life of the historic Baloch figure Hammal Jeeyand, or Jehand has been published as an ebook on Amazon. Authored by Nabeel Ahmed Baloch,
Enforced disappearances continue; Another goes ‘missing’ in Panjgur
Another Baloch man went missing from the Panjgur district of Balochistan on Wednesday. According to reports, Pakistani forces have allegedly disappeared a man after his arrest from the Parom area of the district. The detainee
Quetta: Security forces bring 3 dead bodies to a hospital
Pakistani forces reportedly shifted three dead bodies to a hospital in Balochistan’s capital Quetta on Wednesday. According to reports, Pakistani forces shifted the dead bodies of three men to the civil hospital Quetta — where
Balochistan’s captivating images; A lifeline for ailing photographer
For 14 years, Kamanchar Baloch has dedicated himself to capturing the essence of Balochistan’s culture, stunning landscapes, and the plight of its impoverished residents. Born in Tehsil Mand, Balochistan, on November 25, 1998, Kamanchar has
4th meeting of Afghanistan’s neighbors begins in Samarkand
The fourth meeting of the Neighbouring Countries of Afghanistan began on Thursday in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with the presence of Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting foreign minister of the Taliban government, and representatives of more than eight neighboring
Balochistan: two men killed in firing incidents
At least two persons were reportedly killed in two separate firing incidents in Balochistan on Friday. According to reports, unidentified armed men entered a house in the Dera Murad Jamali area of Balochistan and shot
Rampant street crimes leave residents of Khuzdar in fear and helplessness
The city of Khuzdar has become a hub of criminal activities, with reports indicating that street criminals, snatchers, and thieves are rampant in the area. The situation has left the residents of Khuzdar living in
