Ruthless Military Assaults Reduce Awaran Villages to Smoldering Ruins

Balochwarna News - Balochistan: 5 killed, 6 injured, 30 people abducted during latest military op
BNCHR - Baloch Genocide-5 killed, 8 injured and 31 abducted from Jhaho area of Awaran.
SangarPublications - Pakistani Army launched a massive operation in Jahoo, Awaran, Balochistan
LiveLeak - Cruel act on Balochistan Region by Pakistani Forces

Throughout February, Pakistani Forces have conducted numerous Violent Attacks against Civilian Targets throughout Balochistan.  Since February 1^st State Forces have been conducting a ruthless assault in the Awaran region.  On February 19^th a Massive Military Offensive was launched in the Awaran villages of Jaho, Goro, Mullay, Gazi and Ebrahim Metag.  Gunship Helicopters and Mortar Rounds Bombarded the rural villages indiscriminately, destroying countless homes, injuring at least 8 and killing 5 residents.  Nawaz s/o Nodal, Tajo Haji, Master Mullah Noor Mohmed s/o Mussa, Gulam Jan s/o Noora and Talib s/o Malang were killed during the assault.  Two Women and a Baby Girl were among 8 people critically injured by State Forces.  Since the earthquake in September of 2013, Pakistani Armed Forces have conducted routine attacks upon the residents of Awaran.

After the Bombardment, Pakistani Soldiers invaded the rural Awaran villages, Looting and Burning local homes & shops.  The Jawo home of BNM Leader Martyr Ali Jan was among those looted & burned by the Pakistan Army.  During the attacks residents, including Women & Children, were Interrogated and Tortured by State Agents.    The home of Martyr Shahadad Baloch was also destroyed.   Even the grave of Martyr Ali Jan was desecrated by State Forces.

 

At least 31 residents were abducted by State Agents during the Assault on Awaran.  Among the abductees were; Mr. Ibrahim Baloch, Mr. Hasil Hasrat Baloch, Mr. Musa Baloch, Mr. Nazeer Baloch, Mr. Shams Baloch, Mr. Siddique Baloch, Mr. Alam Baloch, Mr. Dolat Baloch, Mr. Diljan Baloch, Mr. Feeroz Baloch, Mr. Salih Muhammad Baloch, Mr. Qadir Dad Baloch, Mr. Hazoor Bakhsh Baloch, Mr. Deen Muhammad Baloch, Mr.LalBakhsh Baloch, Mr. Raza Baloch, Mr. Kareem Dad Baloch, Mr. Phulan Baloch, Mr. aqeel Baloch, Mr. Siraj Baloch, Mr. Mola Bakhsh Baloch Mr. Sanwal Baloch, Mr. Akhtar Baloch, Mr. Saleem Baloch, Mr. Wazeer Baloch , Mr. Sabir Baloch, Mr. Ataullah Baloch, Mr. Sawadi Baloch, Mr. Rafeeq Baloch, Mr Abdullah Baloch and 9 years old Master Ganj Bakhsh Baloch.

Sangar Publications - Seven abducted in Sui, houses of BRP activists attacked in Naseerabad

BNCHR - Baloch Genocide- Military raids in Sui, and Naseerabad, Seven abducted.

On February 22^nd, seven people were abducted by State Agents during home invasions near Tehseel market in Sui, Dera Bugti.  The abductees were identified as Ghulam Rasool Bugti, Warna Bugti, Attaullah Bugti, Kafeel Bugti, Juma Bugti, Shehaq Bugti, & Ismail Bugti.  Locals report the abductees are being Detained & Tortured in the Sui Army Cantonment.

In Naseerabad, Pakistani Death Squads attacked the homes of BRP Activists Allah Bux Dherkani & Haddi Dherkani on Saturday.  Residents including Women & Children were subjected to Acts of Torture during the Assault.  Eight homes were Looted and Burned by Pakistani Forces.  Even the local livestock was confiscated by State Forces.

February 23^rd Pakistani Forces continued their campaign of extrajudicial home invasions in Panjgur, Balochistan.   State Forces Looted valuables and interrogated the residents.  Women & Children were Detained and Tortured by State Agents during the Attack.

In Quetta on February 19^th one person from Bypass was killed by unidentified gunmen.  In Khuzdar 2 people were injured by gunfire in Khuzdar, Balochistan.

Sangar Publications - Day 101 of the Baloch march from Quetta and 74 from Karachi to Islamabad
Live Leak - Long march raises the issue of missing persons in Balochistan
Awami Workers Party protest for baloch missing persons

After being detained by Police in Gujrat, endless threats and a vehicular attack, the #VBMPLongMarch protestors have bravely marched towards Rawalpindi and then to Islamabad.  After more than 100 Days of Marching the #WalkForJustice were joined by activists & leaders of the Awami Workers Party as well as Baloch students and local journalists in Lahore, Punjab.  Mr. Mama Qadeer alongside his 7 year old grandson addressed the local press at the Diyal Singh Mansion on Lahore Mall road.  They were joined in Lahore by Mir Mohammed Ali Talpur and The VBMP Chairman, Nasrullah Baloch.  

 

The Voice for Baloch Missing Persons Long March for Justice Leads an unstoppable crusade against the State’s ongoing campaign of enforced abductions and extra-judicial executions.  Every action taken against the Long March protestors further substantiates State advocacy of the brutal campaign of ethnic cleansing in Balochistan.

Sharnoff Global - Qadeer Baloch Vows to March on Islamabad
BBC News - Balochistan: The untold story of Pakistan's other war

On February 22nd in France, the Baloch National Movement France Chapter held a demonstration to promote awareness of the ongoing State atrocities in Balochistan & show their support for the #VBMPLongMarch.

IVBMP Canada to organise a day of Public awareness campaign in support of VBMP Long March

The International Voice for Baloch Missing Persons has announced an awareness campaign to be held on March 5^th 2014at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.  In a statement IVBMP Co-ordinator Aziz Baloch said “Our campaign is aimed to educate the public, students and academia about on-going Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) peaceful and historical long march for justice and human rights.”  The IVBMP invites all human rights defenders and everyone to attend & show their solidarity for the #VBMPLongMarch and call upon the United Nations, International Human Rights Organizations, and the entire democratic civilized world for help.

When: Wednesday March 5th, 2014
Time: Noon to 4pm
Where: University of British Columbia
Address: Alma Mater Society – UBC
6138 SUB Boulevard
Vancouver

For more information contact:
Aziz Baloch
Coordinator,
International Vice For Baloch Missing Persons Canada
(604) 364-5502
Wahewatan@gmail.com
www.bygwaah.com

Pakistan Forces Intensify Violent Assault on Baloch Villages

Balochwarna News - 22 innocent Baloch killed and over a dozen abducted in latest military ops

BNCHR - 27 killed and Dozens abducted from Dera Bugti and Kohistan-e-Marri

Baloch Youth Wing - Pakistan Increases Genocide in Balochistan

Over the past few weeks, Pakistani Forces have accelerated their ruthless campaign of Genocide in Balochistan.  On February 1^st Pakistani Armed Forces conducted a week long Bombardment of Villages in the Awaran district with Gunship Helicopters damaging and destroying many homes.  On February 9^th Pakistani Security Forces attacked Civilian targets in Jaffarabad.  State Forces continued their Bloody Rampage into the Dera Bugti regions attacking homes in Pir Koh & Khulo Barkhan.  At least 10 people were Abducted by Pakistani Forces during the February 11^th attack in Pir Koh.  On February 13^th the Pakistani Army Intensified their Operations, targeting Wogo, Lop, Doi Wadh & several other villages near Pir Koh & Dera Bugti.  At least 6 more were killed in Dera Bugti on Thursday, two Women and a Young Child were among those Executed by State Forces.  On February 13^th at least 4 residents of Barkhan were abducted by Pakistani Forces during the attacks.

Salamhan s/o Sahazo Marri, Gulo Bugti, Hazaro Bugti along with his wife and two Children were Killed during the Pakistan Army’s assault in Pir Koh.  Residents report Indiscriminate Gunfire & Bombing from Gunship Helicopters, Mortars and RPG’s reducing their homes to smoldering ruins.  At least 22 civilian casualties have been reported so far, and countless families displaced.  In a recent offensive, the home of Sher Ali Kiyazai was destroyed by State Forces.  His wife and two children were injured during the attack.

By February 15^th Pakistani Forces conducted attacks on neighborhoods in Mashkai.  During the Attacks, the homes of BNM Member Akther Nadeem and his neighbors were Invaded & Plundered by State Agents.  Pakistani Agents detained and Interrogated residents during the attacks, performing Acts of Torture upon the Women & Children.  The homes were then Looted of any valuables and destroyed.  Early this morning, Pakistani Military Personnel again invaded Mashkai and commenced Indiscriminate Looting Raids upon the homes of Baloch villagers.  Residents including Women & Children were Detained, Interrogated and Tortured by Pakistani Forces.  Later in the day Pakistani Forces fired at least 23 mortar shells into the Mashkai region.  Six people including Three young Children were Killed during the Bombardment.  Three of the Martyrs were identified as  Wali Dad, Behram Baloch, and Majeed Baloch.  At least 14 other residents were injured during the ruthless attacks in Mashkai, including 2 Women and an Infant.

As the Pakistani Army continues their frenzied rampage through Balochistan, bodies of their victims continue to surface throughout Balochistan.   In Karachi, Shameer Baloch s/o Sabzal was recovered on February 2^nd.  Shameer Baloch was abducted several months ago in his home town of Buleda.  February 5^th two bodies were recovered in Kuchlak.  The victims were identified as 45 year old Assadullah and 12 year old Khula Khan.  In Gayaa mand, Muala Baksh s/o Usman was killed by unidentified target killers.  Abdul Malik was injured on Wednesday in Quetta by unidentified gunmen firing on Samungli rd.  In Sindh, a yet unidentified body was found in the Malir River, Karachi.  On Saturday another unidentified body was found in Mand, Balochistan.   Monday, February 10^th, one person was injured by gunfire in Panjgur, Balochistan.

Balochistan Point - 15 prisoners are hanged in Chabahar prison

February 11^th 2014, The Occupational Iranian government hung 15 more Baloch prisoners in Chabhar prison (West Balochistan).  In October of 2013 16 Balochpolitical prisoners were executed by hanging at Zahedan prison.  Also In February of 2013 during a masshanging of 13 prisoners, 5 Baloch political prisoners were hung at Kerman prison.  Over the past year, 36 Baloch political prisoners were hanged until dead by the Iranian government.

Balochistan Point - Three brothers gunned down in Jhal Magsi Balochistan

On February 12^th Target Killers in Passani, Balochistan, shot & killed Ali.  In Satellite Town, Quetta, two bodies were found from Rindh Ghar.  The next day three more bodies were found in Quetta, one at Killi Mubarik, the other two at Kharotabad.  The deceased were found with signs of significant trauma likely caused by acts of torture.  Two days later, on Saturday, another bullet riddled body was found at the Eastern bypass area of Quetta.  The same day two dead bodies were recovered in Jaaho, Awaran.  In Allah Yar, Naseerabad, a mutilated body was discovered.  Tuesday, February 18^th, another tortured body was found in Satellite Town, Quetta.

As well as those Abducted during the recent Military Offensive in Dera Bugti, Enforced Abductions continue unabated throughout other regions of Balochistan.  On February 3^rd in Mashkai, Pakistani Forces abducted Aqeel Baloch w/o Faqeer Mohmmad.  February 7^th Nawai Bugti was abducted by State Agents from Dera Bugti.  In Turbat unidentified gunmen abducted Naseem s/o Raheem Baksh Baloch on February 9^th.  Two days later two more were abducted in Turbat.  Ustad Lal Baksh and local van driver Majeed Baloch s/o Taj Mohmmad.  February 12^th 4 people from Dera Bugti were abducted in Rajan Pur, Balochistan.  In Quetta, Security Forces illegally abducted several residents during door to door search operations in the Saryab rd. neighborhood.  February 13^th, In the Dandhar district of Kech, 2 young Baloch students were abducted by Pakistani State Agents.  February 18^th State Agents abducted Zahid Bugti from Kashmor, Sindh.

Through indescribably adversity Mama Qadeer, Banuk Farzana Majeed Baloch, and the #VBMPLongMarch protestors march directly into the face of oppression.  After marching nearly 2000km the #WalkForJustice was halted outside Gujrat city thiss morning by Punjab Police.  Although they had not violated any laws, local Police barricaded the road with a large bus and detained the protestors.  Despite attempts by the police to dissuade the marchers from completing their 2160km journey to Islamabad, the #VBMPLongMarch protestors remained vigilant, their resolve unshaken.  Standing firm against all odds, directly in the face of the oppressive state agencies, the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons Long Marchers refused to walk away from the 18,000+ innocent Baloch disappeared by the Pakistani State.  The Long March demonstrators held their ground and refused to abandon the Long March.  After an hour of demonstrations, local Police removed the blockade and allowed the Long March protestors to continue through Gujrat.

Baloch Youth Wing - BYW strongly condemns attack on Mama Qadeer and team

Balochwarna News - Three participants of VBMP Long March injured by truck

BYGWAAH - Pre-planned murderous attempt to hit VBMP long march participants in Punjab

With each passing day the violent threats against the protestors and their relatives escalate in severity.  Yesterday after a well received demonstration in Rahwali, Wazirabad, Mama Qadeer received a phone call promising him the Long March would never reach Pindi or Islamabad.  The caller went on to threaten the protestors and their relatives as well as their gracious hosts in Wazirabad.  10 days ago in a vehicular attack, Mohmmad Irfan and several other marchers were injured by an unidentified truck near Okara.  Despite crude threats and a cowardly attack, Mama Qadeer and Banuk Farzana Majeed Baloch continue to lead the #WalkForJustice Long March for the safe release of the 18,000+ abducted Baloch citizens.   Their brave and heroic #WalkForJustice generating international awareness of the ongoing campaign of ethnic cleansing in Balochistan.

Recent Report from Amnesty International Demanding Impartial Investigation of Mass Graves in Balochistan as well as Extrajudicial Execution of 8 year old Chakar Baloch and Violent Threats against Voice For Baloch Missing Persons Long Marchers.