ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Recent protests in Islamabad, led by the opposition party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), have come under severe repression, with reports emerging of numerous fatalities and extensive detentions. The demonstrations, which began on November 26, were primarily a call for the release of the party’s leader, former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The government responded … Read more
Islamabad, Pakistan — Violence engulfed Pakistan’s capital as security forces clashed with demonstrators demanding the release of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The confrontation resulted in multiple casualties, with protesters and government officials reporting conflicting accounts. Tens of thousands of Khan’s supporters defied government orders and surged into Islamabad on Tuesday, where they encountered … Read more
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — A significant operation by government forces against demonstrators from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party late last night resulted in violent clashes, with fatalities reported among both protestors and security personnel. The confrontations have left a total of 14 dead and approximately 830 injured since the protests began on November 24 in the … Read more
Islamabad, Pakistan — Tensions escalated dramatically in the heart of Pakistan’s capital Tuesday, as violent confrontations erupted between police forces and protesters calling for the release of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. According to the interior ministry, the clashes resulted in multiple casualties, including deaths among paramilitary soldiers, though no official statement pinpointed the … Read more
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Authorities in Bangladesh have detained a key figure tied to a banned student group following a violent clash at Dhaka University earlier this year. Imon Khan Jibon, 28, known as the Hospitality Secretary for the Salimullah Muslim Hall unit of the now-outlawed Chhatra League, was arrested on allegations of orchestrating an assault … Read more
Nairobi, Kenya – Human rights organizations have issued a critical report accusing police of mishandling the security during the Gen Z-led protests at the Parliament building in Nairobi, leading to numerous fatalities and property damage. The report was unveiled in a press conference that brought together various advocacy groups, including the Law Society of Kenya … Read more
London, United Kingdom – Tensions escalated in London following a protest that turned violent when demonstrators hurled bricks and bottles at police officers. The unrest was sparked by a recent stabbing incident that has gripped the local community with fear and anger. The protest, originally peaceful, spiraled into chaos as twilight descended over the city. … Read more
Islamabad, Pakistan — A fierce confrontation has erupted in Balochistan, leading to the death of a Pakistani soldier and injuries to 16 others, including an officer, as a result of attacks during an ethnic rights protest. The military has identified the protesters as part of the Baloch Raji Muchi, a term used to describe participants … Read more
Auckland, New Zealand — Two additional suspects were apprehended by local law enforcement related to a violent robbery that has shaken the Papatoetoe community, increasing the total arrests to five. Authorities link these suspects to last month’s incident involving multiple youths and resulting in a community-wide outcry for stricter punishments for juvenile offenders. As part … Read more
Beverly Hills, California – CAIR-LA has expressed condemnation for the lack of response from the Beverly Hills Unified School District regarding a student’s violent attack on UCLA protesters. The Council on American-Islamic Relations calls for accountability and action from the educational institution in addressing the serious incident. The silence from the school district has raised … Read more