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
Amnesty International, Rights Groups call for immediate release of missing Baloch students
Two prominent human rights organizations have urged Pakistani authorities to immediately free Baloch students who are reportedly victims of enforced disappearances. They warned that these cases indicate a “systemic campaign” targeting ethnic Baloch youth across
Five bodies discovered tied to electric poles in Balochistan’s Chagai district
In a chilling find, five bodies were discovered tied to electric poles in Dalbandain, the administrative center of Balochistan’s Chagai district, on
August 14: A Black Day for Pakistan’s Subjugated Nations, Says BNM Spokesperson
The symbol of oppression, August 14, will be erased from the pages of history, and the oppressed will be set free. On
Pakistan’s X chief spy Master Faiz Hameed has been taken into military custody and the process for his court martial has been initiated in connection with the Top City housing scheme scandal
Pakistan’s X chief spy Master Faiz Hameed has been taken into military custody and the process for his court martial has been
BYC Claims Families of Baloch National Gathering ‘Martyrs’ Face Harassment Over FIRs
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has released a statement denouncing what they term as the harassment of the families of individuals killed
BNM Protest in the UK Opposes Siege and Crackdown on Baloch Raji Muchi
A protest rally organized by the Baloch National Movement (BNM) UK chapter took place at Trafalgar Square in London. Hundreds of participants
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
Mashkay grappling with educational crisis with over 50 schools shut post 2013 earthquake
After the 2013 earthquake in Mashkay, Balochistan, the region is still grappling with a severe educational setback. According to a statement by the Mashkay Civil Society, more than 50 schools remain closed, contributing to a
Rights Group will hold an international conference on the human rights violations in Balochistan
Rights Group will hold an international conference on the human rights violations in Balochistan In connection with International Human Rights Day, on December 10, 2023, the Baloch Human Rights Council (BHRC) will organise an international
Lest we forget the sacrifices of our martyrs Written By: Ambreen Baloch
Lest we forget the sacrifices of our martyrs Written By: Ambreen Baloch “The tyrant dies and his rule is over, the martyr dies and his rule begins.” November 13th will always be enshrined with golden
Kharan: Two Teenagers ‘Forcibly Disappeared’
Two Baloch youths were allegedly forcibly disappeared by Pakistan’s law enforcement agencies from Kharan district of Balochistan on the intervening night of Monday. According to reports, two minor children were forcibly disappeared allegedly by paramilitary
Paank releases monthly report on Baloch atrocities for October 2023
In its monthly report on human rights violations in Balochistan for October 2023, PAANK, the human rights department of the Baloch National Movement, has shed light on a range of concerning incidents that underscore the
Mama Qadeer Baloch announces to observe a unified Baloch Martyrs’ Day on November 13
Voice for Baloch Missing Persons’ protest camp against forced disappearances entered its 5,223rd day in front of the Quetta Press Club. During this event, political and social activists from Kalat, such as Hafiz Khalilullah Baloch
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Shooting incident in Pasni raises fear over enforced disappearances in Balochistan
Two men were injured in a shooting incident in the coastal town of Pasni, Balochistan, on Monday. One of the
Celebrating Balochistan: Culture and heritage highlighted in Frankfurt Oder event
On Friday, the German organization Lebens Hilfe organized an event in the border city of Frankfurt Oder, showcasing the geography,
Peter Tatchell advocates for Balochistan’s self-determination at international conference
Pakistan may temporarily postpone Balochistan’s pursuit of self-determination, but doing so will incur a significant financial, moral, political, and reputational
Dr Shahnawaz Kunbhar is a martyr of Sindh – Sohail Abro Chairman JSFM
Written by: Sohail Abro Chairman Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement The martyrdom of Dr Shahnawaz Kunbhar has become a symbol of a
The Struggle for Judicial Independence in Pakistan: How the Government Seeks to Reshape the Judiciary – Tahir Ahmed Khan
Written by: Tahir Ahmed Khan In a troubling move for Pakistan’s judiciary, the current government is pushing forward around fifty-six
Sammi Deen Baloch addresses the UNHRC on Balochistan’s human rights crisis.
Sammi Deen Baloch, General Secretary of the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP), addressed the 57th session of the United
Baloch National Movement hosts Balochistan International Conference in Geneva to highlight human rights violations
On Monday, the Baloch National Movement (BNM) inaugurated a series of events, including the Fifth Balochistan International Conference, in Geneva,
Warning of increasing instability in Pakistan: Zalmay Khalilzad raises concerns
Zalmay Khalilzad, the former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan, has issued a grave warning about the escalating instability in Pakistan, attributing