Human Rights Abuses in Balochistan Reveal Pakistan's Transgressions
In a powerful address at the 7th Balochistan International Conference, held at the Geneva Press Club, Reed Brody, a renowned American human rights lawyer, voiced his support for the people of Balochistan. Brody, who has worked with survivors of human rights violations under regimes in Chile, Haiti, and Chad, called for immediate action to address the ongoing concerns in the region. He urged Pakistani authorities to halt the unlawful use of force in Balochistan and restore internet access to affected areas. The conference, organised by the Balochistan Studies Centre, was attended by activists, researchers, and rights advocates. The gathering highlighted ongoing concerns over extrajudicial killings, abductions, and restrictions on freedom of expression in Balochistan. Brody called for international accountability and independent investigations into widespread rights violations in the region. He specifically urged independent investigations into enforced disappearances, unlawful killings, and the intimidation of women activists in Balochistan. Participants at the conference echoed Brody's call for international monitoring, insisting that silence and indifference only enable further abuses. They urged global solidarity in the struggle for truth and accountability in Balochistan. Brody encouraged victims and activists to continue raising their voices, stating that truth cannot be buried. He also emphasized the importance of their resilience, sending a direct message to survivors in Balochistan. Participants also called for the release of those detained for peaceful protests in Balochistan. They insisted that the Pakistani authorities should respect the rights of the people to peacefully protest and express their opinions. The conference concluded with a renewed commitment to continue the fight for truth, justice, and human rights in Balochistan. The participants vowed to keep raising their voices until the ongoing abuses are stopped and those responsible are held accountable.
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