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BYC’s Baloch solidarity campaign against Baloch genocide gains momentum across PoB

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BYC’s Baloch solidarity campaign against Baloch genocide gains momentum across PoB

A Baloch awareness campaign has been launched throughout Karachi and Pak-occupied-Balochistan in preparation for the Baloch Raji Machi (Baloch National Gathering), announced by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee, to be held in the coastal city of Gwadar on July 28th.

The BYC has been meeting with organizational representatives in various areas of the Jhalawan region to prepare for the Raja Machi. During this tour, teams of workers were formed in Khuzdar, Nal, and Surab for corner meetings, wall chalking, and mobilization activities related to the Baloch nation’s gathering.

In a related effort, the BYC Hub Region held an awareness event in Gadani on Sunday. During the event, workers engaged with the local community to discuss Baloch Raja Machi and Baloch solidarity. A peaceful walk was also held in the main bazaar of Gadani, where participants were invited to join the Baloch Raja Machi in Gwadar on 28 July. The event concluded with wall chalking at various locations in Gadani.

A statement issued by the BYC highlighted that the Baloch Raja Machi is being organized in Gwadar on July 28th to protest against the genocide of the Baloch people. The committee has emphasized the urgent need for all kinds of support and cooperation, particularly financial assistance, to ensure the success of the Raja Machi. The statement stressed that it is the responsibility of all humans and Baloch individuals to contribute to this movement against the genocide of the Baloch people.

The committee has called on the Baloch community in Pak-occupied0Balochistan and around the world to participate in the “Baloch Rajee Machi” and to contact the central leadership for support and cooperation against the atrocities faced by the Baloch community under the oppressive Pak Army since 1948.

Pak Army’s CTD kills Kamran Baloch in fake encounter

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Pak Army’s CTD kills Kamran Baloch in fake encounter

Kamran Baloch, who was forcibly disappeared by Pakistan Army, has been killed in a fake encounter by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD), according to his family.

Relatives revealed that Kamran Baloch, son of Mohammad Naseeb and a resident of Gichk Jauri, was abducted from his home on August 15, 2022, along with several others. While the others were released over time, Kamran Baloch, along with three other missing persons—Abdul Qayyum Zehri, Nasir Farooq, and Ghulam Jan—were killed in a staged encounter by the CTD. Their bodies were taken to a hospital in Quetta but, due to lack of identification, they were buried in an unknown person’s cemetery in Mastung.

The CTD later informed the Khuzdar and Awaran district administrations about their deaths, naming Nasir Farooq from Zehri Sadiqabad, Ghulam Jan from Bypass Quetta, Abdul Qayyum, son of Zari Khan from Zehri Khuzdar, and Kamran Khan, son of Bahot from Jali Awaran, as those killed. The CTD labeled the deceased as terrorists in their letter.

They also admitted that these individuals were buried as unidentified persons. On June 23, 2023, the families of Abdul Qayyum and Nasir Farooq identified their bodies, but Kamran Khan’s body remained unrecognized.

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On July 10, 2024, Kamran’s family issued a statement demanding his release. Following this, an investigation revealed Kamran’s murder. When the CTD’s letter and Kamran’s identity card were presented, his death was confirmed, and his family acknowledged the murder.

The family has urged the occupied authority to show them Kamran’s final resting place, asserting that he was killed unjustly by the CTD. They wish to visit his grave to offer prayers.

They have appealed to human rights organizations and the Baloch community to assist in uncovering the details of Kamran’s death and locating his final resting place.

Kamran Khan’s family resides in Gichk Jauri, a mountainous area where they raise livestock. The region lacks basic amenities. These events are part of a worrying pattern of enforced disappearances and extra judicial killing in Pakistan-occupied Balochistan.

These abductions and indiscriminate killings are the tactics employed by the Army in the region since 1948, when it forcefully captured it. The area’s resources have been exploited, while the local population faces human rights abuses. Enforced disappearances, marginalization, and extrajudicial killings are used as means of control over the Baloch community.

Pashtun protesters call Pakistan Army terrorists, demand autonomy

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Pashtun protesters call Pakistan Army terrorists, demand autonomy

Pashtun activists and community members gathered for the funeral of Shaheed Gilaman Wazir, where they voiced strong criticism against the Punjabi Pakistan Army. The event, marked by emotional speeches and slogans, highlighted growing tensions between the Pashtun minority and the Pakistan Army.

Attendees chanted “Pakistan Dehshatgard!” (Pakistan is terrorist), expressing their frustration with the systemic oppression and exploitation of Pashtuns within Pakistan. The brother of the deceased, addressing the crowd, dedicated Shaheed Gilaman to the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) and pledged continued support for the cause.

This sloganeering is extremely important as it is one of the rare instances where the Pashtuns have raised slogans against occupation and terrorism of Pak Army with an undertone of separation.

Morevover, on Monday at 8:00 PM, PTM Chief Manzoor Pashteen will be speaking live from this Facebook page.

Speakers at the event argued that it has become increasingly difficult for Pashtuns to live within the current Pakistan controlled Pashtun region, as it has become a “unitary monarchy” that exploits their community. They called for a decisive gathering on October 11, framing it as a court where the Pashtun nation will make critical decisions about their future.

The funeral also saw the presence of Afghan flags, a cultural and political affiliations of the Pashtun community straddling the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. This display, along with the open criticism of the Pakistan Military, indicates a significant shift in public sentiment among Pashtuns.

Since, Punjabi Paki establishment occupied Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in 1947. It exploited the mineral resources, used terrorism to justify military presence in Pashtun territories, resulting in security checkpoints, military camps, and forced evacuations. Here, Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) has played a crucial role in mobilizing Pashtuns and raising awareness about their grievances.

The movement’s influence is evident in the growing boldness of protesters, who now openly challenge the Army narratives and label the Pak Army as “the real terrorists.”

Deadly shooting near mosque in Oman kills four,injures many

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Deadly shooting near mosque in Oman kills four,injures many

In Oman, four individuals have been killed and multiple others wounded in a shooting near a mosque, according to a statement released by The Royal Oman police on Tuesday.

The attack, which occurred in Wadi al-Kabir, located in the governorate of Muscat, marks a rare breach of security in one of the Middle East’s most stable countries.

Omani authorities have assured the public that they are taking all necessary measures to address the situation. “All security measures and procedures have been taken to deal with the situation, and procedures for gathering evidence and investigation are being completed,” the police statement declared.

They also expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and extended their deepest sympathies to those affected by this tragedy

The U.S. Embassy in Muscat has issued an advisory to American citizens in the area, urging them to “remain vigilant, monitor local news and heed directions of local authorities.” The embassy confirmed that it is closely following reports of the incident.

This violence stands in stark contrast to Oman’s reputation as a neutral mediator in regional disputes, including those between the United States and Iran. The country has long been regarded as an oasis of stability in an often-turbulent region.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

Radical Islamists abduct and forcibly convert another Hindu woman to Islam in Sindh

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Radical Islamists abduct and forcibly convert another Hindu woman to Islam in Sindh

A 25-year-old Hindu woman named Sunita was abducted from Zubaida Heights Apartments in Sindh, Pakistan, where she worked as a domestic helper. The next day, she was forcibly converted to Islam in Hyderabad.

Sunita managed to contact her elder sister from Hyderabad’s Chandni Chowk, revealing that an unknown Muslim woman, assisted by several men, had kidnapped her at gunpoint under the pretense of securing a job. They transported her to Hyderabad and coerced her into reciting the Kalma loudly.

Further details from Sunita’s niece indicated that a Muslim woman on the sixth floor of Zubeida Heights, where Sunita worked, had persistently pressured her to recite the Kalma and planned to take her to Karachi without her parents’ knowledge.

Recently, a ten year old girl named Jamuna, daughter of a local Hindu labourer Channu Kohli, was kidnapped, rape & converted to Islam.

This incident highlights the precarious situation for Hindu citizens in Pakistan. They face widespread marginalization, denied access to jobs, education, and healthcare. Many live in slums, their temples vandalized, and their dead exhumed from cemeteries. Derogatory terms like “kafir” (infidel) are commonplace, reinforcing their status as unwelcome.

Pakistan’s treatment of its Hindu minority is a “slow-motion ethnic cleansing.” Legal safeguards are lacking, and laws against forced conversion are routinely blocked by religious hardliners. This pervasive discrimination leaves Hindus, especially women and girls, vulnerable to abduction and forced conversion.

Terrorist group Jaish-e-Fursan-e-Muhammad bombs Bannu Cantonment in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

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Terrorist group Jaish-e-Fursan-e-Muhammad bombs Bannu Cantonment in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

A series of powerful explosions and gunfire rocked the city of Bannu in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province early this morning, as terrorist launched a complex attack on the Army cantonment. The assault, which began around 4:50 AM, has resulted in casualties and significant damage to the area.

Initial reports suggest that an explosive-laden vehicle was detonated at the cantonment gate, followed by at least two suicide bombers who reportedly entered the military compound. The intensity of the first explosion caused the collapse of a nearby house, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to several others.

Local residents report ongoing heavy gunfire near the cantonment, with Pakistan Military helicopters circling overhead. The Army has sealed off the area, making it difficult to ascertain the full extent of the situation. Several buildings and shops in Bannu city have suffered damage from the blast waves.

Terrorist group, Jaish-e-Fursan-e-Muhammad, a faction of the Hafiz Gul Bahadur group, has claimed responsibility for the attack, describing it as a “fidayeen” (suicide) mission. Social media accounts linked to the group have released the names of eight Pakistani soldiers, including a major killed in the ongoing conflict.

As of 8:14 AM, smoke was still rising from the cantonment, with gunship helicopters continuing to circle and sporadic gunfire being heard.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) witnessed a significant increase in terrorist incidents in 2024. Such horrific events are happening under the watch of Pak Army and its generals. They harbour terror, fear in the region and the cost is paid by the Pashtun population. 

The situation of Pashtuns remain precarious as they face multifaceted challenges, both from Punjabi Pak Army and other terrorist elements. On the other hand, Punjabi Pak Army uses these incidents to project itself as a victim. 

POB: Pak Army increases military presence in Buleda

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POB: Pak Army increases military presence in Buleda

Reportedly, a significant military presence has been observed in Tehsil Buleida of District Kech in Pak-occupied-Balochistan.

Over forty trucks and various other military vehicles, laden with weapons and equipment, are advancing towards Buleda. This substantial movement of military personnel and hardware has raised concerns among the local population.

As of now, authorities have not issued any statement regarding this development.

Unfortunately, military operations have been a common occurrence in various regions of PoB over the past two decades. Recently, following the announcement of Operation Zarb-e-Istehkam, increased military activity and equipment deployment have been particularly noted in areas such as Mastung, Noshki, and Kalat.

The Army’s operations in PoB have always resulted in mass killings, enforced disappearances, mass destruction, and the relocation of entire populations.

In Pak-occupied-Balochistan innocent Baloch community are living in fear and atrocity since the forceful occupation in 1948.

Nepali Prime Minister Prachanda resigns after losing confidence vote

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Nepali Prime Minister Prachanda resigns after losing confidence vote

In Nepal, K P Sharma Oli on Monday was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister for the fourth time to lead a new coalition government. On Sunday, President Ram Chandra Paudel appointed the leader of Nepal’s largest communist party as prime minister to lead a coalition government with the Nepali Congress (NC), the largest party in Parliament, alongside other smaller parties.

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, also known as Prachanda, resigned from his position on Friday. He failed to secure a vote of confidence in Parliament. He could only remain Prime Minister for 1 year and 6 months.

In the floor test, he received the support of only 63 out of 275 members of Parliament. 194 members of Nepal’s National Assembly voted against him. He needed the support of 138 members to save his government.

Actually, earlier this month, the China-backed KP Sharma Oli’s party, CPN-UML, broke its alliance with Prime Minister Prachanda’s Communist Party of Nepal. After that, his government fell into a minority. According to Article 100(2) of Nepal’s constitution, he had to prove his majority within a month, which he failed to do.

Oli’s party, CPN-UML, has decided to form an alliance with Sher Bahadur Deuba’s Nepali Congress, the largest party in the country. It is worth noting that Sher Bahadur Deuba is considered pro-India, while Oli is regarded as close to China.

It is estimated that KP Sharma Oli will become the Prime Minister in the new government for one and a half years. After that, Deuba will take over as Prime Minister for the remaining term. KP Oli will return to the PM position after four years. He previously served as Prime Minister from 2018 to 2021.

Oli’s tense relationship with India

Former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is considered a supporter of China. During Oli’s tenure as Prime Minister, the disputes over Kalapani, Limpiyadhura, and Lipulekh became quite serious. Oli claimed these areas, which are part of India, as Nepal’s territory. Hence, it is believed that Oli’s return to power could again cause tension between the two countries over this issue.

Pak Army abducts Baloch youths from Quetta

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Pak Army abducts Baloch youths from Quetta

Reports from Quetta indicate that local police have arrested several Baloch youths, with some released after overnight detention. However, two individuals, identified as Jawad Baloch and Akbar Baloch, remain in custody and are facing severe torture.

Earlier in Kalat, four individuals were forcibly disappeared after being taken into custody by the Pakistan Army.

These events are part of a worrying pattern of enforced disappearances in Pakistan-occupied Balochistan. These abductions and disappearances are the tactics employed by the Army in the region since 1948, when it forcefully captured it.

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The area’s resources have been exploited, while the local population faces human rights abuses. Enforced disappearances, marginalization, and extrajudicial killings are used as means of control over the Baloch community.

These recent incidents have reignited concerns about the human rights situation in POB, with calls for transparency and accountability from local and international observers.

POB: BLA executes Pak Army informant in Mach

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POB: BLA executes Pak Army informant in Mach

In a statement released to the media, Jeeyand Baloch, spokesperson for the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), announced that freedom fighters have killed Lal Jan Marri, an informant for the Pak Army, during an operation in the Mach and Geshtri areas of Bolan.

According to the spokesperson, Lal Jan Marri had been working as an informant for Military Intelligence (MI), the secret agency of the Pakistan Army, since 2017. In December 2023, BLA fighters detained Asmani alias Uthe, the son of Tango Marri, another informant, during an operation in the Daranjin area of Mach. During interrogation, Asmani revealed that Lal Jan Marri was part of their network and had been providing intelligence in the area.

The spokesperson further stated that Lal Jan Marri had been directly assisting enemy forces in military operations and was involved in the forced disappearances of people in Geshtri and other parts of Bolan. He was also accused of coercing others in the area to work as informants for MI.

The BLA said that the killing of Lal Jan Marri as a punishment for national treason, emphasizes that such actions serve as a warning. The BLA declared that it will not forgive those who betray their nation, and that similar consequences await anyone who commits national treason.

Pro-independence groups like BLA have long been active, resisting and seeking revenge against the forceful control of the Army, which commits numerous atrocities on a daily basis since it occupied the region in 1948.

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