Baloch Villages and Neighborhoods Relentlessy Besieged by Pakistan's Military

Balochwarna News - Brief report about latest military operations in Balochistan and Karachi 

22 local Baloch citizens were killed and over 40 injured when State sponsored Death Squads attacked Baloch neighborhoods in the Jat Pat Market area of Lyari Karachi on March 12th.  15 school children among the victims of the violent massacre.  According to local eyewitnesses, gunmen hurled hand grenades at local shops and indiscriminately fired RPG’s into the homes and businesses.  Although the death squads targeted local Baloch women & children State news agencies have disguised the story as an alleged gang war.

On March 13th 2014 Pakistani Forces initiated a ruthless assault in the Mashkai region of Balochistan.  Gunship Helicopters are relentlessly bombarding the helpless residents.  Sources report the entire Koh-E-Ispet village was set ablaze by State Forces.  The Koh Jani, Zung, Dar Band and Alangi villages currently remain under heave siege by the Pakistan Army.

BNCHR - Military agression in Sui and Dera Bugti - 4 killed and dozens abducted

Pakistan Armed Forces continued their relentless assaults in Dera Bugti.  On March 10th Pakistani Military Forces conducted loot & burn operations in the Patfeeder, RD 238, Mohan, Khatan regions, while the adjoining Sindh regions of Doda Tiba & Rind Ali were attacked by Sindh Army Rangers.  Four residents were killed, seven wounded and at least 20 abducted during the assaults.  Countless homes in the region were looted of valuables and left in smoldering ruins by Pakistani Soldiers.

BNCHR - Military agression in Dera Bugti - 3 wounded, 3 women and 2 children burnt alive

Several days earlier on March 7th the Dilbar Mat, Gandoi, Thuni, and Loti Zain regions of Dera Bugti were besieged by Pakistani Forces.  State Forces indiscriminately bombarded the rural villages with artillery and gunship helicopters.  Mr. Shahmor Bugti Baloch, Mr. Daghdar Bugti Baloch and Mr. Aaysee  Bugti Baloch, as well as several women & children were severely wounded during the assault.  After the initial bombardment, ground troops proceeded to loot and burn dozens of homes.  3 women and 2 children were reportedly burned alive during the operations.  72 year old Ms. Phazzi, and 8 year old Muzzo survived being burned alive, but over 80% of their bodies were severely burned.  State Forces even slaughtered the local’s livestock.

March 11th In Kech Turbat, Pakistani Agents abducted Basith s/o Ghulam Jan, Nawaz s/o Azeem and Tawab s/o Qadir Baksh.  March 10th Iranian Forces fired at Baloch civilians across the border injuring one person.

The International News - NSF condemns attack on Baloch students
Bolan Times - 8 Students in Preston University attacked Baloch students
Balochwarna News - Protest against racial attack on Baloch students at Preston University

On March 8th Three Baloch students were attacked by a gang of 8 BBA students at Preston University, Islamabad.  While having lunch at the university cafe, Khalid Kurd, Mehran and Fakhar were approached by a gang of BBA students who ridiculed them for speaking Balochi and participating in the #VBMPLongMarch.  The armed gang members then proceeded to beat them with brass knuckles, knives and broken bottles for nearly 20 minutes before university security intervened.  Jam Mashood Ali, Umer Satti, Ahtasham                                                         and Afridi were among the gang members involved in                                                           the attack.

The Baloch Community in London, England, Will be holding a protest in front of the British Prime Minister’s Office at 10 Downing Street on March 27th from 2pm until 4pm.  GMT.  The demonstration was scheduled to mark the day Pakistan forcibly occupied Balochistan on March 27th in 1948.  The protest will be highlighting the ongoing military operations in Balochistan as well as the severe human rights violations, enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killing & dumping of Baloch activists.

Pakistan Army Conducts Violent Military Crackdown in Balochistan

BNCHR - ISI Attack on Baloch refugees camp - 4 Women and 3 Children badly wounded

Again the Bugti refugee camp in Spin Boldek Afghanistan was attacked.  On March 6th a Car Bomb was detonated near the home of Gul Bahar Bugti.  When the Explosive Laden Corolla approached the camp, residents refused to let him enter.  The driver parked the vehicle a short distance away and remotely detonated the bomb.   The blast destroyed several homes wounding 4 Women and 3 Children. 

 This is the 5th time ISI sponsored attacks have brought carnage to the refugee camp.  In December of 2013 ISI Agents stormed the refugee camp killing Dur Khan Bugti s/o Gul Bahar Bugti, Nehal Khan s/o Dur Khan Baloch, Mr. Zar Khan s/o Gulzar Baloch and Gul Bahar Bugti’s young granddaughter.  In July of 2013 hand grenades were thrown into the windows of homes wounding the wife and young daughter of Riaz Gul Bugti.  In 2011 a suicide bomber killed Dur Khan Bugti and a young child, and in 2009 an explosive laden cart was delivered the home of Riaz Gul Bugti by a confessed ISI agent.

Balochwarna News - State Escalates Military Assaults in Dera Bugti, Turbat and Panjgur

BNCHR - Deadly Military Operation Six Abducted, Dozens of Houses Destroyed

Pakistani Military Forces resumed their offensive through Western Balochistan this week.  After their February siege of Awaran, Pakistani Forces pressed forward into Turbat.  On March 3^rd the rural towns of Shapuk and Sharak, Turbat, were invaded by legions of Pakistani Soldiers.  During the occupation of Shapuk & Sharak, Pakistani Soldiers attacked the civilians, subjecting them to interrogations and acts of torture.  Local homes were looted of valuables and set ablaze.  Their violent occupation quickly spread to encompass Balagter, Saami & Nasirabad regions, heralding the arrival of dozens of trucks carrying additional soldiers and heavy weapons.  Locals report explosions and gunfire could be heard throughout the night.  By the next day Armored Helicopters had arrived and Pakistani Forces then proceeded to indiscriminately bombard the entire region.  Dozens have been abducted, and countless homes reduced to ashes by the occupying soldiers. 

After amassing their troops in Turbat, State Forces extended their violent campaign into the nearby Panjgur district on Tuesday.  The Pakistani Army conducted a fierce assault at a rural village in the Maachi River area of Panjgur.  So far local sources have reported eight residents killed and at least a dozen wounded by Pakistani Soldiers during the seige.  A week prior to the attack, Panjgur Inhabitants had reported Iranian rocket fire in the region.

In the Dera Bugti regions of Balochistan, State Military Operations continue unabated.  February 27th in the Kohlu area, State Forces conducted loot & burn operations.  Pakistani Soldiers invaded the homes of local residents and conducted violent interrogations.  After looting the homes of any valuables, State Forces set their homes ablaze.  At least 17 Baloch Civilians were abducted by State Agents during the operations in Kohlu.

Balochwarna News - Fresh military operation in Balochistan: 19 innocent persons killed 40 injured

BNCHR - Dera Bugti: Military killed 19, injured 44 and abducted 48.

State Military Aggression in Dera Bugti continued into the Drunjain, Patfeeder & Chattar regions on March 3rd.  Regional sources report Pakistani Fighter Jets and Gunship Helicopters indiscriminately bombarded the Dera Bugti towns killing 19 civilians, including 3 women and 4 young children, and injuring another 44.  At least 48 people were abducted from the region during the assault.  Victims of the attacks have been identified as Sate s/o Karam Ali Bugti and Wadhu s/o Pirka Bugti, Gulbaig s/o Naseban Bugti, Tari s/o Humbo Bugti, Wahido s/o Mohammad Bugti, Bashirullah Bugti, Samul Bibi, Jannat Bibi and Hanifa Bugti and her children.  Six of the bodies were mutilated beyond recognition, allegedly due to chemical burns.

On March 4^th State Forces raided the town of Sui, Dera Bugti where 8 people were unlawfully apprehended by State Forces and have since been detained at an unidentified location.

On February 26^th the body of Mohmmad Akter s/o Ghulam Hyder from Lasbela University was recovered.  Another body was found in Quetta on Wednesday.  In Dera Bugti another victim of State Attacks was found in Sangseela.  March 2^nd in Khuzdar unidentified gunmen killed one and injured another.  In Quetta Abdul Sattar was gunned down, unidentified gunmen fired upon him from Killi Kamalo region.  Also on Sunday in Turbat, Aamir Baloch, a teacher, was shot dead by unidentified target killers.  March 6th in Chitkaan, Panjgur, one person identified as Assa was shot and injured by unidentified gunmen.

On March 5^th, in Chohaan Cross, kalat, the tortured remains of 8^th grade student Ghulam Faroq were recovered.  Ghulam was abducted two days prior to the discovery of his remains.  According to reports the young boy was killed with a large stone. 

IVBMP - Activists reach Pakistan capital after long march

Balochistan Point - Baloch Long March - A New Chapter in Baloch History
Al Jazeera - Baluch protesters walk across Pakistan
Sharnoffs Global Views - Despite Threats, Baloch Activists Enter Islamabad
Reuters - Baluch protesters walk across Pakistan to spotlight army abuse

After Marching over 2000km from Quetta to Karachi and on to Islamabad, the #VBMPLongMarch #WalkForJustice protest for the safe recovery of the 20,000+ disappeared Baloch citizens finally reached their destination on February 19^th 2014.  Led by the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons Vice-Chairman Mama Qadeer Baloch, alongside Banok Farzana Majeed Baloch, Banok Sammi Baloch, Banok Saba Baloch, 11 year old Ali Haider Baloch, 9 year old Bewarg Baloch, VBMP Chairman Nasrullah Baloch, Mir Mohammad Ali Talpur, all the brave Long March participants, the National Awami Party, several large student groups and the thousands of other participants across the country.  Despite ongoing threats, vehicular attacks, and police blockades in Gujrat, the Long March demonstration marched bravely through Rawalpindi surrounded by supporters and into Islamabad.

Upon their arrival in Islamabad the #VBMPLongMarch demonstrators submitted a memorandum to the United Nations detailing the 20,000 Baloch citizens abducted over the past 12 years and the over 1500 recovered bodies of political Activists.  As well as conducting numerous interviews with regional & international press, Voice for Baloch Missing Persons Vice-Chairman Abdul Qadeer Baloch also met with a European Union Delegation and the Canadian Ambassador.

IVBMP - IVBMP Canada highlights grave human rights violations in Balochistan
Balochwarna News - IVBMP Canada highlights grave human rights violations in Balochistan
Support Human Rights and Save Humanity – Aziz Baloch

At the University of British Columbia, In Vancouver, Canada, International Voice for Baloch Missing Persons activists held a very successful demonstration on March 5^th.  IVBMP Coordinator Aziz Baloch educated students about the ongoing human rights abuses in Balochistan and the VBMP Long March.  Students and participants were enthusiastic to learn more and become active in creating awareness.

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.

Pakistani Forces Intensify Attacks In Mashkai and Dera Bugti Balochistan

Baloch Youth Wing - Monthly Human Rights Report
BRP Media Cell - Bodies of two activists dumped, Army killed teenager in Mashkai.

For the past week, the Mashkai region of Balochistan has been under constant siege by Pakistani Soldiers.  Locals report the use of mortar shells, gunship helicopters and armored vehicles.  On January 28^th the wife of BNM Leader Dr. Manan Baloch was amongst those wounded during indiscriminate bombing raids conducted by Pakistani Forces.  Eleven Mashkai residents were abducted by Pakistani Forces on Tuesday.  Among them was young teenager Farooq Baloch s/o Abdul Hakeem.  Farooq's bullet riddled body was found the next day.

BNCHR - Baloch genocide- Abduct kill and dump policy became more brutal
Balochistan Point - Dera Bugti: Two dead bodies found dumped in Pirkoh

On January 28^th Pakistan’s Armed Forces conducted a ruthless military operation in the Guch Tiba area of Zainkoh, Dera Bugti.  Pakistani soldiers deployed mortar rounds & rocket propelled grenades in the village and abducted 5 residents during the attack.  By January 29th at least 9 bodies had been discovered in different areas of the Dera Bugti region, including Pirkoh and Zainkoh.  The recovered remains were mutilated by acts of torture and riddled with bullets.  Sahi Baksh s/o Zar Khan Bugti was abducted by Pakistani State Forces on Wednesday in Dera Bugti.  On Thursday the bodies of Mr. Datha Baloch and Mr. Shakhal Baloch were also recovered in the Pirkoh, Dera Bugti region.  On Friday January 31^st Beerag Notazahi was abducted from Daalbadeen by unidentified gunmen.

Baloch Youth Wing - Lack of Human Rights Response to Mass Graves

IVBMP - DNA tests must be conducted of the bodies found in mass graves

UNPO - Balochistan: Discovery Of Mass Graves Of Missing Persons

Toronto Sun - Mass Graves greeted by Mass Silence

Several of the bodies recovered from recently discovered mass graves near Khuzdar have been identified as previously abducted Baloch.  Among them was Qadir Bux, Uram s/o Bahiyaan and his brother Naseer Baloch.  Qadir Bux was abducted on August 30^th 2013, while Uram and Naseer were abducted in Awaran on October 4^th of 2013.

Balochwarna News - discovery of mass graves in Balochistan raised with members of US congress

Thanks to the tireless efforts of Social Media Activists, Protestors, Demonstrators, International awareness to the recent discovery of the mass graves in Tootak, Khuzdar, has been growing.  On Wednesday; Hyrbyair Marri and the Khan of Kalat met with members of the US Congress in Brussels, Belgium.  During the meeting Hyrbyair discussed the shocking complacency of the United Nations regarding the recent unearthing of mass graves in State Occupied Tootak.

TarekFatah.com - U.S. Congressman Gohmert backs an ‘Independent Balochistan’

Thursday, in reaction to a Toronto Sun Article written by Tarek Fatah, US Congressman Gohmert demonstrated his support for an Independant Balochistan during a speech to the US House of representatives following the US President's State of the Union.  Congressman Gohmert describes the situation in Balochistan in detail while exposing the current US administration’s shameless support for Pakistan’s genocide of the Baloch people.

Sangar Publications - Long march for recovery of missing Balochs reaches Multan

IVBMP - Long march for recovery of missing Balochs reaches Multan

The #VBMPLongMarch is now approaching the town of Khanewal, Punjab after leaving Multan yesterday.  The Heroic VBMP Vice-Chairman Mama Qadeer and the Courageous #VBMPLongMarch Demonstrators have walked over 900km along the harsh Pakistani roads for 50 days since leaving Karachi.  Including the first phase from Quetta to Karachi (700km in 27 days), the #VBMPLongMarch protest has walked a total of 1600km over 77 days in protest of the ongoing campaign of enforced disappearances and extra-judicial killings in Balochistan.

Baloch Republican Party chapters in Korea and Germany have scheduled public protests to create awareness of the #MassGravesInBalochistan .  BRP Korea Chapter will be holding their demonstration on February 1st at Seomyong Subway Station, Pusan, South Korea from 3pm until 5pm.  Afterwards BRP Korea activists will organize reference and tribute to Shaheed Zamur Bugti and Shaheed Janat Bibi.  

BRP Germany Chapter will be holding their demonstration on February 8th 2014 at Frankfurt main zeil 94-96 front of Primark from 2pm until 5pm.  The Korean and German BRP parties call upon all human rights activists to join the demonstrations, to demand international intervention in Balochistan.

Pakistan State use Tragic Mastung Terror Attack to Justify Baloch Genocide

Baloch Youth Wing - Pakistan Army is Bombing and Killing Innocent People

Earlier this month, State Sponsored Terrorist Gang Lashkar-e-Jhangvi used a human bomb to commit mass murder of Shi Pilgrims in Mastung.  The Pakistani State used this tragic terrorist attack to justify a drastic escalation of military force in Balochistan.  Soon after PM Nawaz Sharif issued a public edict ordering “surgical strikes” against the terrorists responsible for the #MastungBlast , Pakistani Armed Forces launched a full scale military offensive against civilian Baloch targets.  Conducting attacks against moderate secular Baloch citizens implies the Mastung Terror attack was facilitated by a desperate state seeking justification for their ongoing genocide in Balochistan.

Afghan Voice - Military operations in Balochistan
BNCHR - Military Killed 3 including a women and wounded 2 in Panjgur
Baloch Sarmachar - Pakistani Army is using poison gas in Panjgur Balochistan
Sangar Publications - Two women among six killed in grand scale military operation in Panjgur
Balochistan Point - BHRO protest against military operation in Panjgour

On January 23rd 2014 Pakistani forces intensified operations in Panjgur, Mashkey and Kalat.  Full Scale Invasions were conducted against civilian targets, with Armored Vehicles and Gunship Helicopters.  At least 135 residents have been abducted, 6 killed, and countless wounded by State Forces.  Two women from Kalat were amongst the casualties.  Since the Siege began on Thursday, the entire region has been under a complete black out.  Prior to invasion, Pakistani Forces cut all power and communication to and from the Panjgur region.  Leaked reports of State Forces deploying Chemical Weapons against the panjgur residents on Friday have surfaced on social media.  According to reports a high number of fatalities are being concealed by Pakistani Forces.

As Pakistani Forces continue their siege of Panjgur, Security Forces conducted a series of home invasions in Quetta on Saturday.  Several Residents were abducted during the raids.  By Sunday, several more casualties of Pakistan’s ongoing military offensive were discovered.  Two bullet riddled bodies were found in the Washok area of Besima, Panjgur, and another bullet-riddled body was recovered in Mastung on January 25th.

Last night, Pakistani forces attacked Zafar Colony, Sui, Dera Bugti.  During the assault, Farooq Mondarani Bugti was abducted.  In Awaran Market, local bus driver Muneer was also abducted by State Agents on Monday.  In Chatar Naseerabad, Dur Mohmmad was abducted by unidentified gunmen.

As the State Army intensifies the Genocide in Balochistan, the victims of the #MastungBlast are deprived justice.  The Lashkar-e-Jhangvi terrorist thugs responsible for the attacks remain unpunished.  As a result Pakistani Terrorist Gangs are emboldened by State facilitated impunity.  Without fear of reprisal, radical extremists can continue to commit acts of terrorism upon innocent civilians.

Human Rights Asia - More than 100 dead bodies from three mass graves were found in Balochistan
BNCHR - Three mass graves discoverd in Tootak, 92 bodies recovered so far.
Sangar Publications - More than 100 dead bodies from mass graves found in Balochistan

Futher evidence of State Sponsored Genocide in Balochistan was revealed on January 25th as local residents of Totak, Khuzdar discovered a mass grave containing 17 dead bodies near a known operating base of State Sponsored Death Squad Shafiq Mengal.  Since the initial discovery on Saturday, several other mass graves have been found in the region.  The second contained 8 more bodies and another 78 corpses were found in the 3rd grave.  Reports from the region indicate the remains of at least 100 victims have now been recovered from the #KhuzdarMassGraves .   Since the discovery of the mass graves, Pakistan’s armed forces have occupied and cordoned off the area.  An anonymous source has reported that at least 50 additional Mass Graves have been found since the area was locked down by Security Forces.

The #VBMPLongMarch reached Dera Ghazi Khan yesterday morning, drawing in thousands of supporters from the local community.  After leaving Quetta 72 days ago, the #VBMPLongMarch demonstrators gain additional support and momentum with each day in their brave protest against State Sponsored Abductions and Extra Judicial Killings.  Mr. Qadeers unwavering resolve continues to inspire us all.

Radical Terror Groups Mass Murder Shia Hazara Pilgrims in Balochistan

BBC - Bomb targets bus of Shia pilgrims in south-west Pakistan

Shiite News - Protests across country over Mastung Shia genocide

Dawn.com - Countrywide protests against Mastung bloodbath

Balochistan Point - Mastung : 22 Killed, 29 injured in powerful bomb explosion near pilgrims bus

January 14^th 2013, Shiite Pilgrims were attacked a second time this year while returning from Iran.  Pakistani Terrorist group Lashkar-e-Jhangvi detonated a human bomb, destroying the Pilgrim’s bus killing 29 people and injuring nearly 40 others.  The bomb blast was followed by a hail of terrorist gunfire.  Lashkar-e-Jhangvi also claimed responsibility for the January 1^st attack on Shiite Pilgrims when a car bomb was driven into their bus killing three.  Following the #MastungBlast attack, mass protests broke out in Quetta.  Public Protests led by the Brave Families of the deceased and the local Shia Hazara community brought Quetta traffic to a standstill.  The Quetta protests quickly sparked demonstrations in several other cities throughout Pakistan including Karachi, Hyderabad and Islamabad.

Shiite Families Mourn the Unburied Bodies of the Martyred Pilgrims.

The Shia Hazara Community refused to bury the bodies until Senior Government Officials
agreed to take Serious Action against the Terrorists Responsible for the Attack

Express Tribune - Mastung tragedy: Protests end after Nisar assures of govt action

Dawn.com - Mastung bloodbath: Protesters agree to end sit-ins across Pakistan

Pakistan Today - Nawaz approves surgical strikes against militants

Earlier today, Pakistani Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar addressed the demonstrators in Quetta after meeting with representatives of the local Hazara community.  Minister Nisar assured the protestors that “We will not allow the situation to go on like this”.  Although Minister Nisar has made promises of action.  Rather than investigate the bus attack and arrest the criminals responsible, the Pakistani Security Forces fired tear gas into the crowds of Shia protestors and arrested at least 8 demonstrators.  Leaders of the Shia community have condemned the incident at Tower terming it “a cruel act by the police”.  

Considering the capacity of local Security Forces such as the FC & BC as well as agencies such as the ISI’s intricate intelligence network and a military force who claims to rival the Indian Army, a Gang of Terrorist thugs like Lashkar-e-Jhangvi ought to be short order. 

UPDATE - while editing this post, Dawn.com released the following article...

Dawn.com - Security forces launch operation in Mastung; three detained

It has yet to be confirmed that the apprehended suspects are linked to the recent terrorist attacks.

Kurdistan Tribune - This is Balochistan, where keeping books is a crime

Balochistan Express Quetta - Separatist literature, maps recovered by FC in Turbat raid

The Express Tribune - Raid in Turbat: Anti-Pakistan literature recovered from college
Sangar Publications - Pakistani forces raid on the Atta Shad Degree College shows disregard towards education

Earlier this month, on Thursday January 9^th, Pakistani FC soldiers invaded a Turbat college dorm.  A professor and several students were tortured and one student abducted.  During the raid, FC soldiers looted the dorm of valuables and learning materials.  Several days later, the FC held a press conference to boast about the plunder of what they termed “anti-Pakistani” literature.  The confiscated books included works by Bertrand Russell, and Meer Gul Khan Naseer or about historical figures such as Jawaharlal Nehru, Nelson Mandela, Che Guevera and Ghandi.  Even Poetry books by Ata Shad, Gholam Hossian Shohaz, and Kareem Dashti were taken.  Not only does this raid confirm Pakistan’s agenda of oppression through learning deprivation, but also establishes their own fear of modern and moderate ideologies.  This attack and confiscation of such material only proves that Pakistans radical policies are too feeble to endure.  Pakistan’s inability to combat the ideas and concepts put forth in books with their own ideology is only substantiated by their censorship of any information they are unable to intelligently dispute.

BNCHR - Baloch genocide- Military abducted all the male members of two families in Sui

Balochistan Point - Two Killed in Kalat

BRP Media Cell: Military operation, abduction continue unabated

Balochwarna News - Parents appeal for their children’s safe and early release

January 11^th, In Naal, Khuzdar, one woman was gunned down by unidentified gunmen.  Another unidentified civilian was killed on Sunday when gunmen opened fire in Musa Colony, Quetta.  In the Eastern Bye Pass district of Quetta, a mutilated body was recovered.  Meanwhile in Panjgur, gunmen shot and killed Khalid r/o Chitkan.

January 12^th another body is found in Satellite Town, Quetta, and one person was killed in Kharotabad, Quetta.  In Mastung three bodies were recovered, were recovered on Sunday one of them identified as Adam Khan r/o Dasht, Mastung.   In Tasup, Panjgur, the residence of Martyr Saeed Baloch’s Uncle was invaded ransacked and looted by Pakistani Forces on Sunday.

Pakistani Forces abducted Dil Jan s/o Deen Mohmmad from Nasirabad, Turbat, on January 13^th.  Gaus Baksh s/o Naiksaal r/o Hoshab, was also abducted in Turbat on Monday.  In Satellite Town, Quetta, another civilian was killed on Monday by unidentified gunmen.  The next day Pakistani Military Forces conducted operations in Mondrani Mat, Sui.  State Agents abducted Bamba Bugti s/o Wazeero, Lal Baig Bugti s/o Wazeero, Bekaaro s/o Wazeero, Lalham s/o Ameerhan & Gula s/o Meeran during the seige.
Wednesday january 15th Naseer Khan & Faisal s/o Rafiq Baloch were abducted by State Agents from the Solo area of Buleda district of Kech.

January 16^th Pakistani Security Forces resumed their relentless persecution of Baloch civilians in Turbat.  Residents were harassed and interrogated by Pakistani Agents who abducted one citizen and confiscated his motorcycle.  On Friday in Khardan district of Kalat, Target Killers assassinated Abdullah Nichari and  Manzoor Ahmed Nichari.  Meanwhile in Chitkan Market, Panjgur, unidentified gunmen abducted Businessman Qadeer s/o Hammal.

On January 18^th, In Gwadar, Pakistani Armed Forces conducted a raid on the home of Ismail Baloch.  State Forces abducted Ismail Baoch and his 3 sons Abid Baloch, Mosa Baloch and Waseem Babul r/o Iran.  The next day Pakistani Security Forces conducted door to door search and seizure operations in Awaran, plundering the valuables of residents.  Hazoor Baksh was assassinated by Target Killers on Sunday January 19^th in Khuda Badan, Panjgur.

January 20^th two more tortured bodies were recovered in Satellite Town, Quetta.  In Mach Bolan, shop keeper Dinnar Bangulzahi was abducted by State Agents.  In Sibbi, Target killers assassinated Khairo.  Tuesday January 21^st, unidentified gunmen killed a resident of Wadh Khuzdar.  The next day another Khuzdar resident was shot and killed by unidentified gunmen.

Wednesday January 22^nd, Pakistani Forces attacked the rural town of Gorjak Mashkey.  State Forces plundered the possessions of residents and vandalized more than 100 homes.  During the seige, 5 women and 3 children reported being tortured and interrogated.  One of the children sustained serious injuries during interrogation and remains in critical condition.  Pakistani forces also attacked the Sakuran rd. home of Dr. Dhani Baksh Marri Baloch in Hub.  13 people were abducted during the raid and several residents were tortured and interrogated.    Also on Wednesday a decomposed body was found in the Hub region.  Reports suggest the body was dumped at least 20 days ago.

Yaha s/o Fazal Hider was abducted on Wednesday while travelling from Gwadar to Turbat.  Sultan r/o Tasap was abducted by unidentified gunmen in Panjgur.  In Pashin a bullet riddled body was discovered on Wednesday and another on Thursday.  Pashin locals reported the bodies showed signs of torture.  Another body was found riddled with bullets in Quetta on the 23^rd and in Khuzdar, two people were murdered by unidentified Target Killers.

In Khudabada, Panjgoor, Pakistani Forces conducted a violent campaign of looting and vandalism.  Residents’ report their rural homes were invaded by Pakistani soldiers who looted their valuables, vandalized their homes, and committed acts of torture upon the women and children.

IVBMP - The lives of the long marchers are in danger: AHRC

Balochwarna News - VBMP to continue peaceful historic march despite life threats from Pakistan intelligence agencies

After leaving Karachi 42 days ago (68 days since Quetta), the #VBMPLongMarch are now passing through the Punjab town of Jampur.  Despite ongoing threats against the marchers and their loved ones, the #VBMPLongMarch continues their march to the United Nations Office in Islamabad.   Mama Qadeer has reported being harassed by Intelligence Agencies to reveal personal information about the protestors.  In response, Mr. Qadeer affirmed his resolved, stating; “I refused to give them any information and told them that we protesting peacefully. We have the right to protest under any law. You cannot stop us by using such intimidating tactics.”
Balochistan Point - Into the Spotlight

Mama Qadeer, Mir Mohammad Ali Talpur, Banok Farzana Majeed, and the Long March Protestors continue to inspire people around the world with their brave trek through hostile lands.  We must all mirror the commitment made by the Long March Protestors and help keep them safe by promoting awareness of their historic demonstration.  So long as we keep watching, writing, posting, tweeting, etc., those who wish harm upon the brave #VBMPLongMarch protestors cannot act.

IVBMP-BHRC Canada Joint Awareness Campaign for the VBMP Historical Long March
Balochwarna News - Canada: Joint Awareness Campaign in Support of VBMP Long March

In Vancouver Canada, the IVBMP organized a joint awareness campaign in support of the #VBMPLongMarch at Simon Fraser University.  IVBMP Coordinator Aziz Baloch delivered pamphlets and seminars informing Canadians of Pakistan’s ongoing campaign of abductions & extra-judicial killings in Balochistan.  At the conclusion of the event, Aziz Baloch thanked the students and staff of SFU for their keen interest and show of support for the VBMP long march and the families of the victims of Pakistani state atrocities in Balochistan. He further stated that the awareness campaign for support of human rights in Balochistan shall continue at other venues including University of British Columbia.

Yesterday in London, BSO-Azaad London held a rally outside the Natioanl Union of Journalists Headquarters to support the #VBMPLongMarch and create awareness of the ongoing campaign of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Balochistan.

BSO-Azaad and BNM issued calls for a Balochistan workers strike on the 24^th of January 2014 to protest ongoing military operations, abductions, torture & interrogation of Women & Children conducted by Pakistani Forces in Balochistan.

Baloch Youth Wing - Unity Our only Possiblity of Freedom
Baloch Youth Wing President Imdad Baloch provides some insight into how Pakistan sows interternal dischord amongst the various Baloch Nationalist Parties.