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London, UK – The Baloch National Movement’s Human Rights Department, Paank, has released its annual report for 2024, documenting a series of grave human rights violations in Balochistan. The report highlights alarming levels of enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and torture, underscoring a pattern of systematic repression.
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Overview
According to Paank, 619 cases of enforced disappearances were recorded throughout the year, with significant spikes in May, October, and November, reflecting an ongoing strategy of state-sanctioned abductions. Extrajudicial killings also surged, with 68 cases reported, particularly in August and November, suggesting a deliberate campaign of state violence. Additionally, 339 cases of torture were documented, indicating the widespread use of inhumane treatment as a tool of oppression.
Key Incidents by Month
Iran-Occupied Balochistan
- January: An aerial attack on Baloch refugees resulted in multiple civilian deaths, highlighting the vulnerability of displaced populations. Additionally, 39 cases of enforced disappearances were reported, including the abduction of Wahid Kamber Baloch.
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February: Killings following a conflict in Mach raised concerns about the treatment of detainees, particularly prisoners of war and civilians.
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March: Two previously forcibly disappeared individuals were killed in Karachi in what appeared to be staged encounters.
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April: The construction of a security fence around Gwadar restricted local populations’ movement, raising concerns about potential violations of the right to freedom of movement.
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May: Reports of killings by state-affiliated death squads illustrated the growing danger to civilians.
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June: The suicide of Aqeel Ahmed highlighted the severe psychological toll of enforced disappearances and torture.
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July: A violent crackdown on peaceful protests against human rights abuses led to deaths and injuries, with communication blackouts imposed to isolate the region.
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August: An assassination attempt on Abid Washdil underscored the ongoing threats to individuals previously detained or acquitted.
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September: Security forces murdered two brothers, Muhammad Ismail and Muhammad Abbas, reflecting a continuing pattern of brutality and lack of accountability.
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October: The highest monthly number of enforced disappearances was recorded, with 110 cases, particularly targeting students and intellectuals.
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November: The use of extrajudicial killings was identified as a deliberate strategy to instil fear and suppress dissent.
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December: Despite a slight decline, enforced disappearances persisted, with 22 new cases documented.
Paank’s Call to Action
Paank has called for urgent independent investigations into these human rights violations, particularly enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. The organisation is urging immediate measures to protect civilians, including those returning from forced disappearances, and ensuring they are not subjected to further reprisals. Additionally, the report calls for increased international scrutiny, urging global bodies to monitor, hold perpetrators accountable, and support victims. Paank has also emphasised the need for unhindered humanitarian access to regions such as Gwadar, where restrictive state policies are severely impacting civilian life. The organisation stresses the urgent need for comprehensive human rights reforms, an end to these abuses, and the establishment of justice and reconciliation mechanisms in Balochistan.
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