@southasiapeace on its 5th anniversary passed the following five-part Resolution: 1.⁠ ⁠Uphold UN Resolution 2832 of 1971 to recognise and maintain the #IndianOcean as a "Zone of Peace" 2.⁠ ⁠Support Afghan women, resolve #Pakistan-#Afghanistan hostilities 1/3 @NMenonRao

I'm honoured to moderate this discussion with stellar speakers from #Pakistan #India. Pervez Hoodbhoy, Radha Kumar, A.H. Nayyar, Rita Manchanda, Saeeda Diep, O.P. Shah, plus @laramdas, @tehrikeniswan #Dialogue #Peace #NoWarWithIran #Southasia @southasiapeace @pipfpdindia

On another missing student and the narrative around enforced disappearances.

Well said @Saherb1 #EnforcedDisappearances #FindMehrab #HumanRights #Baluchistan #Pakistan

Now that Pakistan has successfully managed to negotiate with world leaders over a ceasefire in Iran, which is truly commendable and a diplomatic win, it would also be great if it utilizes this opportunity to speak with those cornered and persecuted at home.

QUETTA: “We already received threats and intimidation. This attack proved that someone can throw acid on us, shoot us, or rape us inside the hospital itself.” Dr. Mahnoor remains under treatment. The full extent of the damage to her eyesight and body will only become clear as her recovery progresses.

The betis in Haryana are not being saved or educated because, as a social worker tells the reporter from @the_hindu : “Everyone still wants a son.” The more things change, the more they remain the same in #India2026 #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao

By inserting Explanation 1 in Section 3 of the MTP Act which permits termination on account of contraceptive failure, medical practitioners & families are encouraged to misuse this discretionary clause to abort a female fetus. No other country has such a provision. Needs a relook

From poor #pushcart #vendors to #blasphemy accused, @ImaanZHazir and @AdvHadiali were a beacon of light for those needing legal help. They showed #Courage and #Integrity in taking on such cases. Great thread, thanks @Benazir_Shah #Pakistan #rights

HRCP is deeply concerned by the AJK government's decision to proscribe the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) under anti-terrorism legislation ahead of its planned protest on 9 June. The use of counterterrorism laws against a group that has been mobilising around political and socioeconomic demands, and had called for a public protest, raises serious concerns about the shrinking space for peaceful assembly and dissent in this region. At a time when elections are approaching in July, it is particularly important that fundamental freedoms, including the rights to expression, association and peaceful assembly, are fully protected.

“Offer flowers to policemen as a gesture of compassion & gratitude. “We have to lead this movement with love and peace!” - @abhijeet_dipke 👏🏽 Reminded me of Pakistan lawyers’ movement nearly 20 yrs ago. People everywhere will always aspire for peace, democracy, accountability.

Kudos and salute to people like you @Apoorvanand__ raising a voice for justice, inclusivity, tolerance, humanity, democracy. Wishing you most strength and power.

Such a petty move. One more Muslim sign erased. What if Barkatullah Sb was a nationalist who fought the British? He is merely a Muslim, fit to be insulted decades after his death. Are we Hindus happy?

Could you also mention that hardly any lawyers are willing to take on blasphemy-accused cases, but Imaan and Hadi Ali did. Both are now jailed.

Update from #ReleaseImaanAndHadi legal team: Today, we, on behalf of Imaan Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha, have filed an application to place certain additional documents on the record in relation to the delay in complying with the directions dated: 12.05.2026

#Enforceddisappearances not acceptable Too many reports lately of students, poets, artists, academics being #disappeared. If anyone has broken a law, charge and arrest them openly. Why this secrecy? #Accountability #Democracy #Pakistan #MehrabKhalid #HabibaPeerjan

The enforced disappearance of Habiba Peerjan, a Balochi poet, from Karachi on 25 May 2026 is a matter of serious concern. This is the second time she has been subjected to enforced disappearance, having previously been detained in 2022. Reports indicate that following her abduction, security forces raided her home confiscated the mobile phones of family members and damaged household belongings, further intensifying the suffering and uncertainty faced by her family. Habiba Peerjan’s disappearance comes amid the increasing targeting of Baloch women through enforced disappearances and other coercive measures. The inclusion of women in such practices marks a troubling escalation, demonstrating that no segment of Baloch society remains beyond the reach of repression. These actions constitute grave violations of fundamental human rights and contribute to an environment where fear, insecurity and impunity continue to prevail. Amid this ordeal, Habiba Peerjan’s daughter Hina Baloch has appealed to the Baloch nation to raise its voice for her mother and demand her safe release. Her appeal is a reminder that enforced disappearances do not affect only those who are taken,they also leave families trapped in a relentless struggle for answers, justice and the return of their loved ones. We call upon human rights organizations, literary circles, journalists, academics and all people of conscience to raise their voices for Habiba Peerjan and demand her immediate release. The continued targeting of Baloch women through enforced disappearances cannot be normalized and must be met with sustained public attention and international concern. #ReleaseHabibaPeerjan #SaveBalochWomen

حبیبہ پیر جان، ایک بلوچ شاعرہ، کو پہلی مرتبہ 2022 میں جبری گمشدگی کا نشانہ بنایا گیا تھا اور ایک ہفتے بعد رہا کیا گیا، اور گزشتہ ماہ 25 مئی کو انہیں دوبارہ کراچی سے سیکیورٹی فورسز کے اہلکاروں نے حراست میں لے کر جبری گمشدگی کا نشانہ بنایا۔ بلوچستان میں بلوچ خواتین کی جبری گمشدگیوں کا سلسلہ عرصۂ دراز سے جاری ہے۔ متعدد بلوچ خواتین کو جبری گمشدگی کے بعد میڈیا کے سامنے لا کر زبردستی بیانات دلوا کر سامنے لایا گیا، جبکہ ماہ جبین سمیت کئی خواتین آج بھی جبری گمشدگی کے بعد لاپتہ ہیں اور ان کے اہلِ خانہ ان کی بازیابی کے لئے منتظر ہیں۔ حبیبہ پیر جان کی جبری گمشدگی کو ابتدا میں ریاستی سرپرستی میں چلنے والے بعض سوشل میڈیا اکاؤنٹس اور پروپیگنڈا مشینری نے نہ صرف تسلیم کیا بلکہ ان کی گرفتاری کو ایک بڑی کامیابی کے طور پر پیش کیا۔ بعد ازاں انہی اکاؤنٹس نے اپنی تمام پوسٹس ڈیلیٹ کر دیں اور یہ مؤقف اختیار کیا گیا کہ حبیبہ مفرور ہو چکی ہیں۔ اس کے بعد ان کے سر کی قیمت مقرر کر کے انہیں مطلوب قرار دیا جانے لگا۔ اور اب ان کے اہلِ خانہ کو مسلسل ہراساں کیا جا رہا ہے۔ ریاستی اہلکار ان کے گھر پہنچے، خاندان کے افراد کے موبائل فون ضبط کیے، مختلف الزامات عائد کیے اور منظم انداز میں ان کی کردار کشی کی مہم شروع کر دی گئی۔ یہ تمام اقدامات نہ صرف بنیادی انسانی حقوق کی سنگین خلاف ورزی ہیں بلکہ ایک بلوچ خاتون اور اس کے خاندان کو اجتماعی سزا دینے کے مترادف ہیں۔ بلوچ قوم ایک ایسے جبر کا سامنا کر رہی ہے جہاں قانون، اخلاقیات اور انسانی وقار کی کوئی اہمیت دکھائی نہیں دیتی، اور خواتین کے احترام اور تحفظ کو یقینی بنانے کے بجائے انہیں نشانہ بنایا جا رہا ہے، ان کی تضحیک کی جا رہی ہے اور ان کی کردار کشی کو ایک ہتھیار کے طور پر استعمال کیا جا رہا ہے۔ ہم تمام قومی و بین الاقوامی انسانی حقوق کی تنظیموں اور متعلقہ اداروں اور انسانی حقوق کے علمبرداروں سے مطالبہ کرتے ہیں کہ وہ اس گھناؤنے عمل کا فوری نوٹس لیں، حبیبہ پیر جان کی بازیابی کے لیے آواز بلند کریں اور بلوچ خواتین کے خلاف جاری جبری گمشدگیوں اور انتقامی کارروائیوں کو روکنے کے لیے مؤثر اقدامات کریں۔

Maria Ressa demands release of Imaan Hazir Mazari and Hadi Ali Chathha.

Maria Ressa, Filipino-American investigative journalist, founder of Rappler, and 2021 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, on @ImaanZHazir ’s detention and the need to ensure her safety.

Beautiful story, beautifully told. #books #Libraries #Tharparkar #Sindh #inspirational #Pakistan