Baloch Warna News بلوچ ورنا نیوز (2024)

24/11/2024

QUETTA – The tortured body of a youth, who had been forcibly disappeared earlier this year and later presented as arrested by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), has been found in Balochistan.

The victim, identified as Shabbir Ahmed, son of Abdul Ghani, a resident of Gwadar, whose dead body was discovered on November 22, 2024, in the Awaran area of Balochistan.

Shabbir had been forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces on May 22, 2024, and the CTD, along with the then Provincial Home Minister Zia Langove, had confirmed his arrest in a press conference, accusing him of being linked to the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA).

This incident follows a claim by the Pakistan Army’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on November 22, stating that four individuals were killed during operations and clashes in Awaran, Kech, and Dera Bugti.

Shabbir Ahmed’s body, found in Awaran, showed clear signs of torture and mistreatment. Despite official claims that he was killed in an encounter, evidence suggests the incident was staged by the CTD.

Similar incidents have occurred where individuals detained by the CTD and other military forces were later found dead, their deaths presented as casualties of fake encounters. These actions have sparked repeated protests from Baloch citizens and human rights activists.

Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have condemned these actions, urging authorities to stop the killing of detained individuals and conduct thorough investigations. They have called for accountability and for those responsible for these human rights violations to be held accountable.

The International Voice for Baloch Missing Persons has called for immediate global action to end these atrocities and ensure justice for the victims and their families.

Baloch Yakjehti Committee and Haq Do Tehreek Statements

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (Baloch Solidarity Committee) issued a statement, revealing that Bashir, aged 24, was forcibly disappeared from Surbandan, district Gwadar, along with Niaz, son of Abdullah, and several other local residents on May 22 this year.

Following these abductions, their identities were revealed on May 30 through a reportedly false FIR containing fabricated charges. The CTD accused the disappeared individuals of involvement in serious crimes.

Later, Bashir was presented before a local magistrate, and according to his family, he was acquitted, as the charges against him were unfounded. His family had hoped for his release, but tragically, like many forcibly disappeared Baloch individuals, Bashir’s bullet-ridden body was returned on November 22.

This continuation of the “kill and dump” policy indicates the state’s indifference to the consequences of its actions. The abductions and killings are expected to intensify, as the law and constitution seem inapplicable to the Baloch people.

Earlier, Balach Mula Baksh suffered a similar fate, and now Bashir Baloch has met the same tragic end.

BYC said that the Baloch people must recognise that silence in these circumstances is equivalent to accepting death. As long as our loved ones remain in the custody of state forces, they are vulnerable to ex*****on at any moment, as part of collective punishment.

The Haq Do Tehreek Balochistan (Balochistan Rights Movement), in a statement from its central office, condemned the extrajudicial killing of Bashir. The movement expressed concern that the CTD’s involvement in Bashir’s custodial death is proof of its complicity in such brutal acts. The movement emphasised that the CTD has played a key role in the enforced disappearances and killings of Baloch youth, facilitating these violent acts.

The statement also pointed out that the CTD had confirmed Bashir’s detention, yet his body was found outside the district, raising serious concerns.

The movement claimed that the CTD had illegally transferred Bashir to another security agency, falsely labelling it an escape, employing the same sinister tactics as in previous cases where detained youth were killed after being in CTD custody.

The Haq Do Tehreek made it clear that if an impartial investigation into Bashir’s murder is not conducted, and if the CTD continues its criminal activities, a full-scale campaign will be launched against the institution.

QUETTA – The tortured body of a youth, who had been forcibly disappeared earlier this year and later presented as arrested by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), has been found in Balochistan. The victim, identified as Shabbir Ahmed, son of Abdul Ghani, a resident of Gwadar, whose dead body wa...

24/11/2024

QUETTA: The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a gr***de attack on a Pakistani forces camp in the Tump Rodbun area of Kech district, Balochistan.

According to a press statement issued by the BLA on November 22, their freedom fighters hurled a hand gr***de at the camp, which landed inside and exploded.

The group stated that the attack targeted the Pakistani military presence in the region.

Azad Baloch, the spokesperson for the Baloch Liberation Army, confirmed the organisation’s involvement in the attack.

The statement did not mention any casualties or the extent of the damage caused by the explosion.

The BLA and other pro-freedom armed organisation have been involved in ongoing resistance against Pakistani forces, calling for independence of Balochistan and an immediate unconditional withdrawal of Pakistani forces from the region.

QUETTA: The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a gr***de attack on a Pakistani forces camp in the Tump Rodbun area of Kech district, Balochistan. According to a press statement issued by the BLA on November 22, their freedom fighters hurled a hand gr***de at the camp, which....

24/11/2024

QUETTA: In a recent attack by the Pakistani Coast Guard, at least one Baloch fisherman was killed, and another injured off the coast of Gwadar, Balochistan.

The incident took place in the Jiwani area, where the fishermen were targeted under the direct orders of Major Ahmed of the Pakistani army.

The victims were identified as Abdul Ghaffar Baloch, who was killed, and Abdul Sadiq, who sustained injuries. The Coast Guard also destroyed their boat and subjected them to violent treatment.

This incident has once again raised alarms among the local population of Gwadar, who have long voiced concerns about the harassment and violence directed at fishermen by state forces, particularly the Coast Guard.

Despite being at the centre of major development projects and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the region continues to suffer from basic deficiencies, such as poor water quality and inadequate employment opportunities.

Local fishermen have consistently organised large-scale protests, often involving thousands of people, to voice their opposition to ongoing oppression and exploitation. However, the state has failed to offer meaningful solutions, leaving the people of Gwadar increasingly disillusioned with empty promises.

On November 16, the Coast Guard torched several vehicles and tortured the drivers in the Panwan area of Jiwani, Gwadar. The following day, peaceful protesters, including women and children, were fired upon while demonstrating.

QUETTA: In a recent attack by the Pakistani Coast Guard, at least one Baloch fisherman was killed, and another injured off the coast of Gwadar, Balochistan. The incident took place in the Jiwani area, where the fishermen were targeted under the direct orders of Major Ahmed of the Pakistani army. The...

24/11/2024

QUETTA – Pakistani forces have abducted several Baloch individuals during recent military offensives in the mountainous regions of Noshki district, Balochistan.

The offensives, which lasted for three days, involved gunship helicopters and other aircraft, with personnel deployed at various locations.

According to reports, eight individuals were forcibly disappeared during the operation, including Mulla Nazir Smalani, Fakir Muhammad Smalani, Jan Muhammad Smalani, Zafar Ullah son of Jan Muhammad Smalani, Muhammad Waris Smalani, and Hashim son of Syed Khan Sasoli.

Two passersby were also reportedly abducted, but their identities remain unknown.

Local sources also reported that military personnel set fire to civilian homes and fired mortar shells at populated areas during the offensive, further intensifying fears of widespread human rights violations.

Meanwhile, in the coastal city of Gwadar Balochistan, Pakistani forces and government-backed armed groups forcibly disappeared Nazir son of Yar Muhammad, a resident of Dasht Kambail and Pazal Ismael from his home in Pasni.

In a separate incident on November 22, 2024, Behzad Dilawari Baloch, a student preparing for his public service exams, was abducted by officials from the Frontier Corps (FC) and the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) in Quetta. This marks the second time Dilawari has been forcibly disappeared.

The continued use of enforced disappearances and military atrocities in Balochistan has raised serious concerns among human rights advocates, who argue that these actions reflect the state’s ongoing repression of the Baloch population.

As the crisis deepens, calls for accountability and justice for the victims of forced disappearances have intensified.

The International Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (IVBMP) has condemned the abductions, urging international human rights organizations to take urgent action.

The IVBMP called on Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, and other global bodies to raise their voices against the ongoing violations in Balochistan, demanding an independent investigation into the military’s actions and the immediate release of the forcibly disappeared individuals.

QUETTA – Pakistani forces have abducted several Baloch individuals during recent military offensives in the mountainous regions of Noshki district, Balochistan. The offensives, which lasted for three days, involved gunship helicopters and other aircraft, with personnel deployed at various location...

23/11/2024

By Bilal Marri Baloch

Balochistan is not just a region on the map; it is a land of dreams, a cradle of culture, and a home to a people whose identity is intricately woven into its mountains, deserts, and shores. For decades, many foreign invaders unsuccessfully tried to occupy this land, but the Baloch nation resisted and thwarted all attempts. The Baloch also never allowed foreign invaders to use their land against neighbouring nations, especially Afghanistan.

In 1839, when Mir Mehrab Khan refused to allow the British to attack Afghanistan via Balochistan, it angered them. On November 13, 1839, they attacked the capital of Balochistan. The Baloch resisted with whatever they had, rather than surrendering to the British. It was an unequal battle, as the British were heavily armed while the Baloch were nearly empty-handed. Mir Mehrab Khan, along with his comrades, embraced martyrdom in that battle.

From then on, the British began plotting to divide Balochistan. They later drew the arbitrary Goldsmid and Durand lines, dividing Balochistan into three parts. The western part—now Iranian-occupied Balochistan (IoB)—was given to Iran, while the eastern part—now Pakistan-occupied Balochistan (PoB)—remained under British control until 1947.

This was the period when British colonial forces conceded their defeat in the face of Indian resistance and decided to withdraw from the subcontinent. The British had already schemed to divide India under its colonial policy of “Divide and Rule.” However, before leaving, the British recognised the independence of Pakistan-occupied Balochistan (PoB) through the treaties they had signed with the rulers of Balochistan over the years. In the Treaty of 1876, the British promised to support Balochistan in case of any foreign attack.

Betrayal of India and the Occupation of Balochistan

Before the British left the subcontinent in 1947, they recognised the sovereignty of Balochistan by signing a tripartite agreement between Balochistan, India, and the newly formed state of Pakistan. Balochistan declared its independence on August 11, 1947, Pakistan on August 14, and India on August 15, 1947—thus, three independent countries existed at the time of the British withdrawal. Even though India was betrayed and partitioned in the name of religion, the Indian people were pleased to be rid of British colonial forces.

After the division of India, the defeat of the British, the creation of Pakistan and the independence of Balochistan, Pakistan, with the help of the British and driven by its geopolitical greed, swiftly moved to absorb Balochistan. Initially, Pakistan suggested that Balochistan join it based on shared religion, using the same argument that had divided India. However, this notion was unanimously rejected by both houses of Balochistan’s Parliament—the House of Lords and the House of Commons.

Subsequently, Pakistan forcibly occupied and fraudulently annexed Balochistan through brutal military action in 1948. The British did not honour their treaty with the Baloch and failed to support them during Pakistan’s foreign invasion. Pakistan’s ambition to occupy Balochistan grew with the realisation that Balochistan was not only home to vast natural resources including gas, oil, copper, Coal, Marble and gold but also served as a vital link in the country’s economic goals, particularly concerning China and the wider Middle East.

Pakistan’s Iron Fist

The Pakistani state has never tolerated Baloch aspirations for freedom. The Baloch demand for independence has always been met with brutal military offensives, enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. From the early years of occupation, the Pakistani government deployed its armed forces in Balochistan, engaging in widespread suppression of any opposition to military dictatorship. In the 1970s, the Pakistani army unleashed terror through mass killings, bombings, and the razing of entire villages. This pattern of state violence continues to this day.

Moreover, the Baloch people have been robbed of their natural resources. While Balochistan is one of the richest regions in terms of natural wealth, its people live in dire poverty. The construction of the Gwadar Port, part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), has exacerbated this exploitation. The Pakistani state, along with Chinese interests, seeks to turn Gwadar into a strategic international port, but the benefits of this venture have failed to trickle down to the local Baloch population. Instead, they have been displaced from their ancestral lands, and their traditional ways of life have been destroyed by militarisation and infrastructural projects that serve foreign interests.

Iran’s State Terrorism in Balochistan

Iran, under the Pahlavi dynasty and later the Islamic Republic, pursued its own goals in Iranian-occupied Balochistan. Iranian authorities, historically wary of Baloch nationalism, sought to suppress any attempts of independence, fearing that such movements would embolden pro-liberation sentiments among other oppressed nation currently occupied by Iran.

Iran’s internationally proscribed terrorist organisation the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps), the Al-Quds Force, and the Intelligence Department, have long viewed Baloch nationalism as a threat to the unity of the Iranian state. The government of Iran, whether under the Shah or the Mullahs, has maintained a policy of repression against Balochistan. Baloch activists, political leaders, and intellectuals who raise their voices against Iranian state brutalities in Balochistan are often detained, tortured and executed on trumped-up charges.

The brutality faced by the Baloch people in Iranian-occupied Balochistan is compounded by a fascist authoritarian state that seeks to undermine the cultural and religious identity of the Baloch nation. The majority of Baloch are Sunni Muslims, in contrast to the Shia-majority population of Iran. This sectarian divide has been exploited by the Iranian state to further marginalise the Baloch people. Iranian authorities have restricted religious freedoms, including banning the construction of Sunni mosques in Iran’s major cities and persecuting Sunni clerics who advocate for the rights of the Baloch people.

Iranian forces do not hesitate to open fire on unarmed civilians. The use of live ammunition to suppress peaceful demonstrations has led to numerous deaths. One recent example is the Zahedan Massacre, also known as Bloody Friday, where Iranian forces opened fire on peaceful protesters, killing more than 100 people on the spot and injuring around 300 others. Similarly, the atrocities of Shamsar and Khash are among the latest crimes of Iran against Baloch people.

Cultural Genocide and the Assimilation of Baloch Identity

Both occupying states, Iran and Pakistan, have pursued policies of cultural assimilation in Balochistan. The Balochi language, a core part of Baloch identity, has been suppressed in favour of the state languages—Persian in Iran and Urdu in Pakistan. In schools, universities, and the media, the promotion of Baloch culture and language is discouraged, while the state imposes its own narratives. This systematic elimination of Baloch culture is akin to cultural genocide, as it attempts to strip the Baloch people of their historical and cultural heritage.

Iran has already begun working on a plan to change the name of Balochistan, and it has appeared on several official documents that Balochistan’s name has already been removed.

By Bilal Marri Baloch Balochistan is not just a region on the map; it is a land of dreams, a cradle of culture, and a home to a people whose identity is intricately woven into its mountains, deserts, and shores. For decades, many foreign invaders unsuccessfully tried to occupy this land, but the Bal...

23/11/2024

By: MB Marri

The ongoing military offensives and human rights violations in Balochistan, carried out by the Pakistani state and its predominantly Punjabi military, have reached alarming levels. Yet, the Apex Committee has decided to further intensify the already ongoing offensives against the region.

Decades of systematic oppression, forced disappearances, and extrajudicial killings have failed to subdue the Baloch nation. The latest military offensives, marked by internet shutdowns, transportation bans, and the closure of essential services, represent yet another desperate attempt to crush Baloch resistance. However, history has proven time and again that the Punjabi army’s oppressive tactics will never succeed.

Genocide in Balochistan

Pakistan’s policies in Balochistan amount to nothing less than genocide. The Punjabi army and intelligence agencies have waged a brutal campaign against the Baloch people, targeting civilians, youth, and activists with impunity. Some of the most heinous acts include:

Arbitrary arrests and abductions: Enforced disappearances of thousands of Baloch men, women, and children continues to this day. Victims are often abducted in broad daylight or during stealthy night raids in the presence of their family members, offloaded from public transport in front of dozens of witnesses, and taken from hostels before the eyes of security guards.

Extrajudicial killings: Many of the forcibly disappeared have been killed in custody, with their mutilated bodies dumped in public spaces to spread fear. The state labels them “terrorists” to justify its crimes against humanity and atrocities in Balochistan.

Torture: Various inhuman methods of torture are used to make prisoners suffer, including slashing their body parts, spraying them with chilli powder, forcing them to sleep on ice slabs in extremely cold weather, hanging them upside down for entire nights, depriving them of sleep, and locking them in dark rooms that reek of decaying bodies. They are told, “If you don’t do what you’re asked, you will die here like those before you, and nobody will know.”

The Myth of Three Sardars

For years, the Punjabi establishment has propagated the narrative that the resistance in Balochistan is led by just three Sardars. However, this myth has been shattered. Today, it is the Baloch youth—educated, determined, and fearless—who are leading the charge against Pakistan’s occupation.

The resistance is not confined to tribal leaders; it is a mass movement that spans the length and breadth of Balochistan. From students to workers, every segment of Baloch society has united against the tyranny of the Punjabi military.

Historic Atrocities and Defeated Army

This is not the first time Pakistan has launched a large-scale military offensive in Balochistan. Since 1948, there have been five major military campaigns, each more brutal than the last. Yet, the Punjabi army has never succeeded in breaking the will of the Baloch people to be free from occupation.

The reasons for these repeated failures are clear:

The Baloch people have endured decades of suffering but have never wavered in their demand for independence.
The Punjabi army has achieved nothing through its brutal tactics of killing and dumping. On the contrary, the more atrocities it commits, the closer Balochistan moves toward freedom. The Mongols, Mughals, Portuguese, and British could not defeat the Baloch; neither will the Punjab army, one of the most corrupt and crooked armies in the world.
Thanks to the Baloch youth, social media, and the efforts of exiled Baloch political parties, the international community is becoming increasingly aware of Pakistan’s human rights abuses in Balochistan. Reputable human rights organizations such as Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have extensively reported on Pakistan’s brutalities and exposed the state’s terrorism.
Today, the resistance is driven by the collective will of the Baloch nation, with youth at the forefront. The Baloch are fighting not just for their land but for their identity and survival.
Political and economic instability within Pakistan weakens its ability to sustain prolonged operations in Balochistan. Even the IMF no longer trusts Pakistan.
The more the Punjabi army tightens its grip, the more it alienates the Baloch people. Oppression breeds resistance, and the Baloch resistance has only grown stronger over time.
Struggle Till Victory

Pakistan’s genocidal policies in Balochistan are unsustainable. The state can shut down the internet, close roads, and deploy its military, but it cannot crush the will of an entire nation. The Baloch people’s struggle is rooted in justice, freedom, and dignity—values that no amount of military force can suppress.

I firmly believe that the Punjabi army will never succeed in Balochistan. The Baloch nation has survived decades of oppression and will continue to resist until Balochistan is free and independent.

The time has come for the international community to raise its voice against the Baloch genocide and hold Pakistan accountable for its crimes. Balochistan will not be silenced, and its people will not stop fighting for their rightful place in the world.

By: MB Marri The ongoing military offensives and human rights violations in Balochistan, carried out by the Pakistani state and its predominantly Punjabi military, have reached alarming levels. Yet, the Apex Committee has decided to further intensify the already ongoing offensives against the region...

23/11/2024

ISLAMABAD, 19/11/2024 – In a meeting of the Apex Committee chaired by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, a comprehensive military operation was approved against what Pakistani media described as “terrorist organizations” operating in Balochistan.

The meeting was attended by top military and civilian leadership, including the chief ministers of the provinces, heads of intelligence agencies, and relevant federal ministers. The Prime Minister of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan also participated in the discussions.

The Apex Committee deliberated on the worsening security situation, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and the southern districts of Pakistan.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasised the urgency of eradicating terrorism, calling it the country’s most pressing challenge. He described the ongoing violence in these regions as a form of “brutal savagery” and stressed that eliminating terrorism is a top priority for the government.

Operation in Balochistan

The committee approved a large-scale military operation targeting several pro-independence armed organizations in Balochistan including the Majeed Brigade, Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), Baloch Liberation Front (BLF), and Baloch Republican Army (BRA).

These groups have been accused of targeting “innocent civilians,” including foreign nationals, in a bid to destabilize the region and undermine Pakistan’s economic development.

According to a recent report from the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies revealed that 757 people, including civilians and security personnel, lost their lives in the first eight months of 2024 alone. The violence is primarily concentrated in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, with the latter province seeing a marked increase in militant activity.

The Center for Research and Security Studies reported a staggering 90% increase in violence during the third quarter of 2024 compared to previous periods. Since the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in 2021, the security situation in both Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan has significantly deteriorated, with nearly 97% of the fatalities and 92% of the incidents occurring in these two provinces.

In his address, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed frustration with the continuous protests, sit-ins and long marches in Islamabad. He questioned whether such protests and rallies truly serve Pakistan’s national interest.

He pointed out that while protests, long marches and sit-ins are common occurrences in Islamabad, these activities should not distract from the country’s primary objective of achieving progress and development.

ISLAMABAD, 19/11/2024 – In a meeting of the Apex Committee chaired by Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, a comprehensive military operation was approved against what Pakistani media described as “terrorist organizations” operating in Balochistan. The meeting was attended by top milita...

17/11/2024

LONDON (November 13, 2024): The Free Balochistan Movement (FBM) marked Baloch Martyrs’ Day on November 13, 2024, with commemorations across the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland.

These events honoured the sacrifices of Baloch martyrs who gave their lives in the struggle for Balochistan’s independence while highlighting the ongoing oppression faced by the Baloch people under Iranian and Pakistani occupation.

The day also called for greater unity among oppressed nations, with activists from various communities rallying to support the Baloch cause.

London Seminar: A Call for Collective Resistance

In London, the FBM UK Branch hosted a seminar attended by members of the Baloch community, along with representatives from Kurdish, Arab, and other international groups. The event featured prominent speakers who emphasised the importance of solidarity and collective action, particularly among nations oppressed by Iran and Pakistan.

Special guests included Jamal Poorkarim, leader of the Kurdistan Independence Movement from Iranian-occupied Kurdistan, and Goran Dashti, a member of its Executive Committee.

Mehrab Sarju, a representative of Balochistan Raaji Zrombesh (Balochistan National Movement), paid tribute to the Baloch martyrs, stating that while they valued life and sought peace, they chose to sacrifice for the collective good of their nation.

“We honour their service and bravery,” he said, calling for renewed efforts in the ongoing struggle for freedom.

Mr Poorkarim also paid tribute to the Baloch martyrs, stressing the need for united resistance among the Kurds, Baloch, Ahwazi Arabs, and other oppressed nations under Iranian occupation. “It is time for all of us to unite and resist the shared forces of oppression,” he declared.

Goran Dashti discussed the history of Baloch resistance, from early battles led by Mir Mehrab against British forces to the ongoing struggles in Balochistan. He underscored the shared fight for freedom between the Baloch and Kurds, calling for unity to challenge the regional powers that subjugate them.

Sonia Karimi, representing the Kurdish community, highlighted the critical role of women in national liberation movements, praising Baloch women as “shooting stars” in the face of oppression.

Droshum Marri, the youngest speaker, shared her personal experience of losing two uncles to the cause of Balochistan’s liberation.

She said, “It is a day to remember our martyrs who laid down their lives for the dignity and the legitimate cause of our struggle against Iranian and Pakistani occupation. Two of my uncles, Faiz Mohammad Marri and Hodad Marri, were abducted by Pakistani forces and later killed. They were taken from us before I was even born. I never got to see their smiles or hear their voices, but I know they loved Balochistan.

“I feel proud of them, but I also feel sad because I wish they were here. This is not only my story; it is the story of thousands of Baloch sons and daughters whose loved ones were taken away by Iranian and Pakistani forces and were never seen again.”

Abdul Rahman Haidari, from the Patriotic Arab Democratic Movement (PADM) of Al-Ahwaz, linked the struggles of the Baloch and Ahwazi Arab peoples, emphasizing their shared history of resistance. “Our struggles are intertwined,” he said, “and today we honour our martyrs in the fight for justice and self-determination.”

Shahswari Karimzadi, Vice President of the FBM, praised the sacrifices of the Baloch martyrs and called for greater unity among oppressed nations under Iranian and Pakistani occupation.

“Today, we pay tribute not only to Baloch martyrs but to all martyrs who gave their lives for freedom and resisted occupying powers,” he said.

The event, moderated by Aroosa Baloch, concluded with a Q&A session, where attendees discussed strategies to advance the cause of oppressed nations’ unity and independence.

Helsinki Memorial: Tribute and Call for Afghan-Baloch Unity

In Helsinki, the FBM Finland Branch organized a solemn memorial for Baloch Martyrs’ Day. Afghan nationals, Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) representatives, and other international supporters attended.

Meiwand Karsaz, a representative from Afghanistan, held the Punjabi military responsible for violence against both the Baloch and Afghan nations, urging greater unity between the two peoples.

Abdul Bari Barech, a leader of the PTM, also honoured the martyrs and called for Baloch and Afghan resistance against their common enemy: the Punjabi military. “Though the martyrs are not with us in physical form, their legacy lives on in the spirit of resistance,” he said.

Speakers such as Shafiq Ullah Yousafzai condemned the British-imposed Durand Line as a colonial tool to divide nations. Afghan nationalist Haji Zahur and Baloch activist Ibrahim Azizi echoed this sentiment, condemning the violence and calling for cooperation between the Baloch and Afghan peoples in their shared fight for freedom.

Advocate Sadiq Raisani highlighted the historical context of Baloch Martyrs’ Day and the ongoing struggle against the Iranian and Pakistani colonial states in Balochistan.

The organizer of the FBM Finland Branch, MB Marri, emphasised that it is the responsibility of every Baloch, regardless of party affiliation, to resist the brutalities of the Iranian and Pakistani states against the Baloch people.

He also thanked the Afghan community members and Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) comrades for participating in the FBM program.

Germany and Netherlands: International Tributes and Continued Advocacy

In addition to the events in London and Helsinki, the Free Balochistan Movement held commemorations in Germany and the Netherlands, where branches paid tribute to the fallen Baloch martyrs.

Activists gathered to honour the sacrifices made in the fight for Baloch independence and pledged to continue raising awareness on the international stage. They condemned the atrocities committed by both Iran and Pakistan against the Baloch people and vowed to expose these violations to the world.

The FBM branches in both countries reiterated their commitment to highlighting the plight of the Baloch nation, urging the international community to take action against the ongoing human rights abuses.

A Unified Call for Freedom

Across all events, the central message was unity and collective resistance. Activists from diverse backgrounds—Baloch, Kurdish, Afghan, and Arab—joined together to condemn the violence perpetrated by Pakistan and Iran and reaffirm their shared commitment to justice and independence.

LONDON (November 13, 2024): The Free Balochistan Movement (FBM) marked Baloch Martyrs’ Day on November 13, 2024, with commemorations across the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland. These events honoured the sacrifices of Baloch martyrs who gave their lives in the struggle for Bal...

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