Pakistan stands in solidarity with torture victims worldwide on International Day
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On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, Pakistan expressed solidarity with the people of Palestine and Indian Illegally Occupied Kashmir (IOJK), condemning acts of torture and brutality by occupying forces.
In a statement released today, Pakistan expressed its strong opposition to torture, underlining that it remains deeply committed to eradicating such practices and strengthening the protection of human dignity. The country reaffirmed commitment to eradicating torture and standing in solidarity with victims worldwide.
The foreign office stated that torture, in all its forms, is incompatible with the core values of justice, mercy, and compassion embedded in Islam. These principles, it added, are the foundation for the nation's stance on human rights.
"Islam upholds the sanctity and dignity of every human being," the statement read. "Any act of torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment is inconsistent with the values of justice and compassion at the core of Islamic teachings."
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According to the statement Pakistan's commitment to combating torture is reflected in its ongoing legal reforms and the strengthening of institutional safeguards.
The government is actively enhancing oversight mechanisms and legal frameworks to ensure accountability and protect individuals from inhuman practices. Furthermore, efforts are being made to provide victims of torture with essential medical, legal, and psychological support.
Furthermore, the statement highlighted Pakistan's concerns regarding the widespread use of torture in occupied territories. Pakistan condemned the ongoing abuse faced by the people of the Occupied Palestinian Territory and the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), where they have been subjected to brutal treatment by the occupying powers.
These actions, Pakistan stressed, are intended to suppress their right to self-determination and continue to violate fundamental human rights.
Pakistan reiterated its call for the international community to condemn the actions of these occupying powers and hold them accountable for their violations. The statement urged global support for ending the suffering of victims and ensuring the protection of their rights.
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