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Sixth day of protest outside Bolan Medical Complex in Quetta demands Khadija Baloch’s release
A protest sit-in demanding the release of Khadija Baloch has entered its sixth consecutive day outside Bolan Medical Complex (BMC) in Quetta. The demonstrators continue to gather, highlighting their persistent call for justice and the
Systematic Enforced Disappearances of Baloch Women: A Grave Human Rights Concern Demanding Immediate Accountability and Action
The Baloch Women Forum expresses deep concern over the continued reports of enforced disappearances of Baloch women in different areas of Balochistan which have caused serious fear, uncertainty and distress among Baloch Nation. According to
BSAC denounces disappearance of BSO Pajjar leader as an attack on education
The Baloch Students Action Committee (BSAC) has expressed deep concern over the recent disappearance of BSO Pajjar leader Babul Malik Baloch from a hostel in Quetta. The committee described this incident as part of a
Protest in Quetta over Khadija Baloch’s disappearance continues into 12th day
A sit-in outside Bolan Medical College (BMC) in Quetta has entered its 12th day, as families and students continue to demand the recovery of nursing student Khadija Baloch. The protest has gained momentum as supporters
BSO-Azad honours four Baloch activists killed during Mashkay raid
The Baloch Students Organization–Azad (BSO-Azad) has issued a statement commemorating four fallen Baloch political workers: Ejaz Baloch, Shahnawaz Baloch, Aftab Baloch, and Basit Baloch. These individuals were reportedly killed following their alleged detention by Pakistani
Father and son killed by Pakistani forces’ raid in Zamuran
A tragic incident occurred in Kech district’s Zamuran area, where a father and son were found dead following a military operation by the Frontier Corps. The operation, which took place overnight, involved the detention of
Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali mark 100 days behind bars for speaking out: Dr. Sabiha Baloch
Dr. Sabiha Baloch, the Central Leader of the Baloch Yakjahti Committee (BYC), has voiced strong condemnation over the ongoing imprisonment of Advocate Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali. Both have now spent 100 days behind bars
Residents accuse Pakistani forces and “Death Squad” of abuses in the Kech district raid
A late-night raid took place in the Kohad area of Tump tehsil, Kech district, prompting serious concerns among local residents. According to reports, Pakistani military forces, accompanied by local militia groups backed by the army
Three men allegedly went missing in separate incidents in Quetta and Hub
Three men were reportedly taken into custody and subsequently went missing in separate incidents in Quetta and Hub on May 2, according to local sources and family members. In Hub, a 27-year-old man named Iltaf
BRG takes responsibility for attacks in Sibi and Sohbatpur
The Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) on Thursday claimed responsibility for two separate attacks in Balochistan’s Sibi and Sohbatpur districts. The group said the operations targeted electricity infrastructure and a Pakistani Rangers checkpoint. According to a
Fozia Baloch held a home press conference after being banned from the press club
Baloch activist Fozia Baloch has held an emotional press conference from inside her home using only her mobile phone after she says she was repeatedly denied access to the Karachi Press Club. In her statement,
Woman previously enforced disappeared now presented as an alleged suicide bomber
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti announced that Pakistani security forces thwarted a major attack by apprehending a woman believed to be preparing for a suicide bombing. During a press conference in Quetta on Monday, Bugti
Missing man’s body discovered in Turbat
The body of a young man who was previously reported missing has been found in Kech district, Balochistan. Local sources and human rights activists confirmed the recovery, raising concerns about enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings
Four individuals, including the University of Gwadar vice-chancellor, were allegedly abducted in Mastung
Four individuals, including senior officials from the University of Gwadar, were reportedly abducted in the Mastung district of Balochistan, according to local and official sources. The victims include the university’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Abdul Razzaq
The party will launch a campaign on the occasion of May 28, Youm-e-Asrokh. BNM
The spokesperson of the Baloch National Movement stated in a press release that an international awareness campaign will be launched regarding the nuclear tests conducted on May 28, 1998, in the Chagai region of Balochistan
Seven more enforced disappearance cases reported across various districts in Balochistan
Reports of seven additional alleged enforced disappearance cases have emerged from various districts across Balochistan. The cases involve a diverse group of individuals, including a minor boy, a singer, laborers, a fisherman, and a driver.
Dr Sabiha Baloch denounces threats against VBMP Protest Camp
Baloch Yakjehti Committee leader Dr. Sabiha Baloch has publicly stated that enforced disappearances are an “unconstitutional, illegal and immoral” practice. She condemned the reported threats against Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) aimed at shutting
BLA asserts 82 Pakistani military personnel killed in Quetta cantonment train attack
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for an attack near Quetta, asserting that 82 Pakistani military personnel were killed and over 121 injured in the assault on a military shuttle train on Sunday,
Balochistan: Escalation of military operations and restrictions following train bombing
Authorities in Balochistan have heightened security measures in response to recent threats and incidents, including a train attack in Quetta. Following the attack, security forces launched an operation in the nearby mountainous regions, particularly in
Karachi: Family claims Habiba Pirjan abducted and disappeared again
The family of Habiba Pirjan, a woman from Karachi, has alleged that she was forcibly disappeared during a late-night raid carried out by Pakistani forces in the city’s Baldia Town area. According to their account,
Conference: Abuse of Rights in Pakistan
Press Release Baloch People’s Congress, Baloch Voice Association, and Voice for Baloch Missing Persons Joint Conferences in Bonn, Frankfurt, Geneva and Amsterdam to raise voices on ongoing atrocity crimes against Baloch people. Enforced disappearances, torture,
The third central council session of the Baloch Students Action Committee ended on the second day of the third council session of the organization.
The third central council session of the Baloch Students Action Committee ended on the second day of the third council session of the organization. Shabbir Baloch was elected unopposed as the Chairman and Azhar Baloch
National Democratic Party Ready To Pay Homage To Nazeer Marri.
National Democratic Party Ready To Pay Homage To Nazeer Marri. In a statement on social media, NDP states that A Memorial Reference will be held to tribute to Baloch teacher “Shaheed Nazeer Marri” who was
Alleged Forced Disappearances of Minors by Pakistani Forces in Balochistan
It has been reported that four individuals have allegedly been forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces in the Kech district of Balochistan. The missing persons include Abdullah, Shay Mureed, and Fatah, who were detained from the
Counter-Terrorism Department Claims Killing of Four Individuals in Chaman Operation
In a recent operation carried out by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in Chaman district, four individuals were reportedly killed, as per the department’s statement. The CTD, acting on intelligence information, conducted the operation in Chaman.
Explosions in Balochistan’s Barkhan and Buleda Areas Result in Severe Fatalities
In two separate explosions, two people were reportedly killed and two other injured in the Barkhan and Buleda areas of Balochistan on Tuesday. According to sources, two people lost their lives in an explosion near
Outrage and Demands for Release Intensify as Woman Kidnapped in Khuzdar
On Thursday, a woman was reportedly kidnapped by gunmen belonging to a tribal chief in Khuzdar city, Balochistan. In response to the incident, the victim’s family and local residents staged a protest by blocking the
Tragic Landmine Explosion Claims Lives of Two Shepherd’s Daughters in South Waziristan
In a devastating incident on June 6, 2023, two young daughters of a local shepherd, Janan Khan, lost their lives due to a tragic landmine explosion while they were herding goats in Shawal Tunda Dara.
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
