Religious Freedom in Peril: The Plight of Minority Girls in Pakistan
https://freedomofconscience.eu/42th-upr-session-pakistan-jan-feb-2023-persecution-of-ahmadis-in-pakistan/
HRC 55 UPR Outcome of Germany Urgent Appeal to Germany Stop the Deportation of Ahmadi Asylum Seekers Immediately
The Coordination of Associations and Individuals for Freedom of Conscience (CAP LC) has issued an urgent appeal to the German government during the 55th session of the Human Rights Council, urging an immediate halt to the deportation of Ahmadi asylum seekers to Pakistan. This call for action was made following the review of Germany’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) outcome on 22 March 2024.
Pakistan’s Uphill Battle for True Democracy: Beyond Elections
In the political landscape of Pakistan, the looming specter of power plays and abuses casts a long shadow over the democratic process. As the nation prepares for parliamentary elections on Feb. 8, the narrative of manipulation and suppression persists, undermining the very essence of democracy. The recent crackdown on opposition parties, media censorship, and shrinking space for civil society underscore a troubling reality: Pakistan needs more than just elections to be a democracy.
Ahmadiyya Minority Boycotts Pakistani Elections Amid Alleged Discrimination
In a significant turn of events, members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim minority in Pakistan have decided to boycott the upcoming elections, citing continued discrimination and persecution. This decision highlights the wider issue of religious intolerance and raises questions about the state of democratic values in the country. This article aims to explore the reasons behind the Ahmadiyya community’s boycott and the implications for religious minorities in Pakistan.
Sectarian Attack Targets Ahmadiyya Graves in Pakistan’s Daska
In a disturbing incident, suspected Sunni radicals vandalised and destroyed 80 graves belonging to the Ahmadiyya sect in Daska, Pakistan. The targeted attack took place in a cemetery, raising concerns about religious tolerance and minority rights in the country.
