Tragic Uproar in Pakistan: Tourist Killed by Mob Over Blasphemy Allegations

Madyan, Pakistan — In a violent confrontation highlighting religious tensions, a mob stormed a local police station in northwestern Pakistan, abducted Mohammad Ismail, a tourist accused of desecrating the Koran, and brutally lynched him. The incident unfolded in the town of Madyan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, where the victim was dragged from police custody and set ablaze amid cheers from a furious crowd. According to local police, the mob, inflamed by blasphemy allegations, further escalated their …

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Abuses in Indian Kashmir Continue: Pakistan Demands Accountability for Custodial Deaths and Condemns Actions in Gaza and Al-Aqsa

Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan reiterated its demand for India to be held accountable for ongoing human rights violations in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir region. Over the past three decades, more than 7,000 Kashmiris have reportedly died in Indian custody. During a recent press briefing, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch emphasized the urgency of addressing custodial deaths in the region. She called for those responsible for these crimes to be held accountable, …

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Blasphemy Victim in Critical Condition After Mob Attack in Sargodha, Pakistan

Sargodha, Pakistan – A shocking incident unfolded in Gillwala colony in Sargodha, Punjab, when Nazir Gill Masih, the proprietor of a shoe factory, was violently attacked by Islamic extremists on the morning of May 25. Allegations of blasphemy were leveled against Masih, accusing him of burning pages from the Quran, prompting a frenzied mob to descend upon his family. The assailants proceeded to ransack and set fire to both the factory and the family’s residence, …

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Christian Community Attacked by Radical Mob in Pakistan, Members Rescued

Sargodha, Pakistan – A radical Muslim mob attacked the Christian community in Sargodha district, triggering chaos and fear. The crowd accused the Christian residents of blasphemy, leading to a violent confrontation. Police Chief Shariq Kamal reported that the mob targeted the Christians with stones and bricks, injuring five individuals who were quickly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The police intervened to control the situation, leading to the detention of 25 members of the …

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Pakistan: Mob Attacks Christian Settlement Over Blasphemy Allegations, Injures Several People

Islamabad, Pakistan – Hundreds of Muslims in central Pakistan launched a violent attack on a minority Christian settlement following blasphemy allegations, resulting in injuries to multiple individuals. The incident took place in Sargodha, in Punjab province, the most populous region in the country. Witnesses and leaders advocating for minority rights reported that protesters vandalized and set fire to the home and small shoemaking factory belonging to a 70-year-old Christian man accused of disrespecting the Quran. …

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Pakistan Police Thwart Violent Attack on Christian Settlement Over Blasphemy Allegations

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – A recent violent attack on a minority Christian settlement in the city of Sargodha, located in the Punjab province, has left several individuals injured. Following allegations of blasphemy, hundreds of Muslims engaged in a mob attack, resulting in the destruction of property and physical harm to the residents. Witnesses and minority rights leaders have reported that the protesters targeted the house and shoemaking factory of a 70-year-old Christian man believed to have …

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Students from India and Pakistan Face Violent Mob Attack in Kyrgyzstan, Jaishankar Condemns Incident

New Delhi, India – In a recent incident in Kyrgyzstan, a group of Indian and Pakistani students were reportedly attacked by a mob. The Minister of External Affairs, S. Jaishankar, expressed his concerns over the situation and assured that the Indian Embassy is closely monitoring the events unfold. The attack, which occurred in the Issyk-Kul region of Kyrgyzstan, left several students injured. The mob allegedly targeted the students based on their nationality, sparking outrage and …

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Explosion in Northwest Pakistan Claims 5 Lives and Leaves 2 Injured

Peshawar, Pakistan – An explosion in the Tangi Badinzai district of South Waziristan district, located in the northwest of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, has claimed the lives of at least 5 individuals. According to reports from Pakistani police, the explosion, triggered by a remote-controlled explosive device planted in a residential building, resulted in additional injuries to 2 individuals. Among the deceased are two women and a child. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation at the scene …

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Pakistan Church Attacked by Violent Mob with Caustic Chemicals – Help Continues to Support Congregation

Lahore, Pakistan – In a troubling continuation of violent attacks on churches in the Punjab province, a recent incident saw another church targeted by Islamist mobs. The assailants poured caustic chemicals on the church, setting it ablaze and causing significant damage. The aftermath left the building in ruins, with essential items like the air conditioner, sound system, carpets, and Bibles needing replacement. Fortunately, Help The Persecuted stepped in swiftly to provide emergency support to the …

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Coal Mine Explosion in Pakistan Kills 12 Miners, Rescues 8

Quetta, Pakistan – A tragic explosion in a coal mine in southwestern Pakistan has resulted in the loss of twelve miners, with eight fortunate enough to be rescued. The incident, which occurred due to a methane gas explosion, highlights the dangers that miners face in the region. Abdul Ghani Baloch, Balochistan province’s chief inspector of mines, confirmed the completion of the rescue operation on Wednesday morning, revealing that the blast took place while 20 miners …

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