Mysterious Abduction of Pakistani Journalist Sparks Outcry

In Islamabad, Pakistan, journalist Waheed Murad was reportedly abducted from his home by unknown individuals. His mother-in-law, Abida Nawaz, filed a petition with the Islamabad High Court, alleging involvement of intelligence agencies. This incident follows the mysterious disappearance of two brothers related to a US-based journalist, Ahmad Noorani.

A journalist in Islamabad, Pakistan, has been allegedly abducted from his home by unidentified individuals, prompting a petition in the Islamabad High Court for his recovery. The incident has drawn attention due to its alarming nature and timing.

Waheed Murad, associated with an Urdu News website and previously with News One TV and Ausaf newspaper, was reportedly taken by force early Wednesday. His mother-in-law, Abida Nawaz, claims the individuals identified themselves as police checking for Afghan nationals and forcibly entered when Murad refused access. Abida describes the abductors as possibly being intelligence agents, some in black uniforms, accompanied by police vehicles.

The disappearance raises concerns as it follows another incident involving the alleged disappearance of two brothers of journalist Ahmad Noorani. There has been no official response from police or government authorities regarding these incidents. Abida's petition includes the defence ministry and Islamabad police officials as respondents, seeking urgent court intervention to locate and return Waheed Murad.

(With inputs from agencies.)