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Three Years After Jaranwala, Justice Is Still Missing
Three years have passed since the Jaranwala tragedy, but Pakistan’s Christian community still carries its pain. The fires that destroyed homes and churches on 16 August 2023 may have been extinguished, yet the fear, trauma, and insecurity remain alive in the hearts of survivors. On 16 August this year, Christians, church
The White Stripe That Fades: Pakistan’s Minorities at 79
Pakistan marks 79 years of independence this August 14, 2026. The national flag flies high—green for the Muslim majority, and a white vertical stripe at the hoist for religious minorities. That white band stands for peace, honesty, and the promise of equal citizenship. Yet for millions of Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, Ahmadis,
132 Women, Six Months, One National Shame: Pakistan’s Honor Killing Crisis in 2026
In the first six months of 2026, Pakistan recorded 132 honor killings. One hundred and thirty-two women were murdered by their own families—fathers, brothers, husbands—for the crime of choosing love, speaking out, or simply existing on their own terms. These are not statistics. They are daughters, sisters, mothers whose screams were
Minority Day in Pakistan: A Day of Promises, A Reality of Persecution
Every year on 11 August, Pakistan celebrates Minority Day. Government leaders deliver speeches about equality, religious freedom, and harmony. They remind the world of Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s promise that all citizens would enjoy equal rights regardless of their religion. But for many religious minorities in Pakistan, Minority Day is not a
“Chura” Slur, Sewage Humiliation: Christian Worker Noman Masih Seeks Justice in Pasrur
PASRUR, PUNJAB, PAKISTAN — A reported incident involving Christian worker Noman Masih in Pasrur has raised serious concerns about the safety and dignity of religious minorities in Pakistan. According to Masih’s account, the incident took place while he was doing his work. He says that a group of men verbally abused
Pakistan’s Children Remain at Risk as 1,914 Abuse Cases Reported in Six Months
Nearly 1,914 cases of child abuse were reported across Pakistan between January and June 2026, according to Sahil’s latest Six Months Cruel Numbers report. Although the figure is slightly lower than the 1,956 cases recorded during the same period last year, it remains a disturbing measure of the dangers faced by
Christian Community Mourns Shazib Masih’s Killing in Islamabad, Pakistan
Pakistan’s Christian community is mourning the death of Shazib Masih, a young Christian who was reportedly shot and killed by an unidentified assailant in Islamabad. The circumstances surrounding the killing remain unclear. Authorities have yet to identify the attacker or determine the motive behind the shooting, raising serious concerns about the
Stolen Girls: The Hidden Machinery of Forced Conversion and Child Marriage in Pakistan
They are called “conversions” in official records. But behind the paperwork, signatures, and stamped certificates are children—girls barely in their teens—whose lives are being quietly erased. A recent report titled Stolen Girls, presented at the European Parliament by the Jubilee Campaign, lays bare a reality that is as disturbing as it
Justice in Question: Minor Returned to Alleged Abductor in Faisalabad Case
Authorities and courts in Faisalabad have sparked widespread outrage after a Sessions Court granted custody of 13-year-old Christian girl Amber Nadeem to the man accused of abducting her. The decision has alarmed human rights defenders and exposed serious weaknesses in Pakistan’s child protection framework and judicial conduct. On 12 June 2026,
Honor Without Justice: The Enduring Tragedy of Honor Killings in Pakistan
The continued use of “honor” as a justification for killing women in Pakistan reflects a disturbing contradiction between law and reality. While legal reforms have attempted to curb such crimes, the persistence of these killings reveals a deeper crisis—one rooted in social norms, power structures, and weak enforcement of justice. According
Pakistan’s Hidden Crisis: Over 3,000 Gender-Based Violence Cases in Just Six Months
Pakistan is not just facing a rise in gender-based violence—it is witnessing a quiet emergency unfolding behind closed doors. In the first six months of 2026 alone, at least 3,172 cases were reported. That number is difficult to absorb, but what it represents is even harder: thousands of individuals harmed, silenced,
Child Protection on Trial: Will Pakistan’s Top Court Legitimize a Child’s Abuse or Restore Maria Shahbaz’s Right to Safety?
Pakistan stands at a moral crossroads as the Federal Constitutional Court prepares to hear the review petition in the case of 13‑year‑old Maria Shahbaz on July 24. At its heart, this is not only a legal battle over custody — it is a test of whether the country’s highest court will
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Pakistan’s Christian Sanitation Workers Risk Everything—And Keep Dying
At least six sanitation workers—fathers, sons, and breadwinners—have died in recent weeks in Pakistan’s Punjab and Sindh provinces, their lives cut short not by accident, but by a system that continues to send them into danger unprotected. Another worker still fights for his life, a grim reminder that these tragedies are
Honor Without Justice: The Enduring Tragedy of Honor Killings in Pakistan
The continued use of “honor” as a justification for killing women in Pakistan reflects a disturbing contradiction between law and reality. While legal reforms have attempted to curb such crimes, the persistence of these killings reveals a deeper crisis—one rooted in social norms, power structures, and weak enforcement of justice. According
How Many More Children Must Suffer? Pakistan’s Repeated Failure to Protect Its Most Vulnerable
Another week, another series of horrifying headlines. Children tortured, raped, and killed — many inside institutions meant to protect them. The recent spate of abuse cases in Punjab is not an anomaly. It is a reflection of a system that continues to fail its children, again and again. On June 28,
Three Years After Jaranwala, Justice Is Still Missing
Three years have passed since the Jaranwala tragedy, but Pakistan’s Christian community still carries its pain. The fires that destroyed homes and churches on 16 August 2023 may have been extinguished, yet the fear, trauma, and insecurity remain alive in the hearts of survivors. On 16 August this year, Christians, church
Eid in the Shadows: Religious Restrictions on Pakistan’s Ahmadiyya Community
Every year, as Eid al-Fitr approaches, a familiar pattern unfolds in Pakistan. While millions prepare for prayer and celebration, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community braces for restrictions, uncertainty, and, too often, outright denial of their right to worship. This year was no different. In several districts of Punjab, Ahmadis were once again
When Accusation Becomes Punishment: The Growing Crisis of Blasphemy Cases in Pakistan
The registration of 333 blasphemy cases across Pakistan in the last five years is not just another statistic—it points to a deeper and more troubling reality. It shows how law, religion, and personal disputes have become dangerously mixed, creating a system that is open to misuse. Punjab reports the highest number
Pakistan’s Ahmadis Face Escalating Pressure Before Eid
As Eid-ul-Azha approaches, a time meant to embody sacrifice, compassion, and faith, a very different reality is unfolding for Pakistan’s Ahmadiyya community. Instead of preparation and prayer, many are bracing for fear. Despite Amnesty International raising urgent alarm over escalating violence and discrimination, the threats have not subsided. They have intensified.
Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court Upholds Marriage of Minor Christian Girl: A Dangerous Precedent
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) of Pakistan has sparked outrage by upholding the marriage of 13-year-old Christian girl Maria Shahbaz to 30-year-old Muslim man Shehryar Ahmad, accused of abducting and forcibly converting her. The ruling, issued on March 25, 2026, has alarmed human rights defenders, minority advocates, and legal experts, who
A Silent Scream Echoing Through Pakistan’s Streets: The Growing Epidemic of Child Sexual Abuse
On the streets of Pakistan, within the confines of its homes, and in the shadows of its institutions, a cry for help goes unheard. It doesn’t make headlines as it should, and it doesn’t spark the outrage it deserves. Yet, it affects the very core of our society. Children—the future of