Balochistan Unrests: Abductions Spark Rising Tensions

The Pakistan armed forces have allegedly abducted six individuals in Balochistan, sparking fears of human rights violations. The arrests follow intensified military operations in response to an attack on military camps. The forced disappearances have led to civil unrest and disrupted community life in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 13-11-2024 15:04 IST | Created: 13-11-2024 15:04 IST
Balochistan Unrests: Abductions Spark Rising Tensions
Photos of abducted individuals (Photo/@TBPEnglish). Image Credit: ANI
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In a series of distressing developments in Balochistan, Pakistan's armed forces have reportedly abducted six individuals following widespread raids across the districts of Kech, Kharan, and Dera Bugti. The Balochistan Post disclosed that three youths were detained in Kench district during a Tuesday raid by the Pakistani forces.

The victims, comprising Ismail, a shopkeeper from Balnigor, Imran, a student, and Liaquat Ali from Dasht, disappeared while en route to a poetry event in Kadan. Additionally, Dr. Liaquat Ali was forcibly taken in Dasht Muskar, according to local accounts.

The Balochistan Post further reported the abduction of Waseem, son of Saeed Ahmed, from his shop on Kharan Gawash Road. Separately, Talal, son of Umar, and Amir Baloch, son of Ibrahim, were reportedly seized in Kadan. These operations follow intensified military measures post-attack on military camps, leading to heightened fear and disruption in the region as reports of enforced disappearances rise.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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