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Kuwait Times
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait calls for cooperation on rights' issues
Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Human Rights Affairs meets with the Director of the Human Rights Department at the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.- KUNA VIENNA: Kuwait places high priority on advancing international cooperation in the field of human rights, Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights Affairs Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Ibrahim Al-Duaij Al-Sabah affirmed on Tuesday. In remarks to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) during her official visit to Austria, Sheikha Jawaher stated that Kuwait's current membership in the United Nations Human Rights Council reflects the country's firm commitment to upholding and promoting human rights at the global level. Her comments came following a meeting with Ambassador Ulrike Puccik, Director of the Human Rights Department at the Austrian Foreign Ministry, held at the ministry's headquarters in Vienna. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice sessions, in which Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher is participating. Discussions focused on ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and facilitate the exchange of expertise between Kuwait and Austria in the human rights domain. Both sides also explored avenues for joint coordination within international forums and organizations. Sheikha Jawaher underscored Kuwait's ongoing efforts to support international principles aimed at protecting human rights, whether through regional initiatives or through close cooperation with international partners and relevant institutions. — KUNA
Economic Times
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Pakistan: Paank decries "intensifying wave" of enforced disappearances in Balochistan
ET Online Paank, the Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department, has condemned a surge in enforced disappearances in Balochistan Paank, the Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department, slammed Pakistan's latest wave of enforced disappearances and provided details of seven people forcibly disappeared by the the details in a post on X, Paank provided details of the abducted individuals. "Paank strongly condemns the intensifying wave of enforced disappearances in #Balochistan. 7 more forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces. On May 16, 2025, Pakistani security officials called Shah Nawaz Baloch, son of Barpi, with his father to military camp Nali, who lived in the Laki area in the Mashkai tehsil of the Awaran district. His father was permitted to leave, but Shah Nawaz was unlawfully held and has since vanished." "On May 17,2025, Ameen Ullah Baloch, son of Amanullah, a resident of Naseerabad, was forcibly disappeared from the Shaikhari area in Kalat by Pakistani security forces. He is a landlord by profession. On May 17,2025, Niaz Ali, son of Mehboob Ali, a resident of Naseerabad, was forcibly disappeared from the Shaikhari area in Kalat by Pakistani security forces. He is a landlord by profession. On May 2025, 13-year-old Fiaz Ali, son of Niaz Ali, a resident of Naseerabad, was forcibly disappeared from the Shaikhari area in Kalat by Pakistani security forces. On May 18,2025, Naveed Baloch, son of Izzat Baloch, a resident of the Jimuri area in Pasni Tehsil of Gwadar District, was forcibly disappeared by Pakistani security forces. On May 18,2025, Advocate Cheif Atta Ullah Baloch, son of Saleh Muhammad Shad, a resident of the Killi Shadi Khan area in Mastung, was forcibly detained and disappeared by Pakistani security forces from his home. On May 18,2025, Waqas Baloch, son of Wazeer Khan, a resident of the Killi Sheikan area in Mastung, was forcibly detained and disappeared by Pakistani security forces from his home." Paank strongly condemns the intensifying wave of enforced disappearances in #Balochistan. 7 more forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces. On May 16, 2025, Pakistani security officials called Shah Nawaz Baloch, son of Barpi, with his father to military camp Nali , who lived in... - Paank (@paank_bnm) May 18, 2025 Balochistan faces ongoing human rights violations, including enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and suppression of dissent. Security forces and insurgent groups are both accused of abuses. Civilians often suffer amid conflict, with limited media access and accountability. International concern grows, but effective intervention and justice remain elusive for many victims.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan: Paank decries "intensifying wave" of enforced disappearances in Balochistan
Paank, the Baloch National Movement 's Human Rights Department, slammed Pakistan's latest wave of enforced disappearances and provided details of seven people forcibly disappeared by the Pakistforces. Sharing the details in a post on X, Paank provided details of the abducted individuals. "Paank strongly condemns the intensifying wave of enforced disappearances in #Balochistan. 7 more forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces. On May 16, 2025, Pakistani security officials called Shah Nawaz Baloch, son of Barpi, with his father to military camp Nali, who lived in the Laki area in the Mashkai tehsil of the Awaran district. His father was permitted to leave, but Shah Nawaz was unlawfully held and has since vanished." GIF89a����!�,D; Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by "On May 17,2025, Ameen Ullah Baloch, son of Amanullah, a resident of Naseerabad, was forcibly disappeared from the Shaikhari area in Kalat by Pakistani security forces. He is a landlord by profession. On May 17,2025, Niaz Ali, son of Mehboob Ali, a resident of Naseerabad, was forcibly disappeared from the Shaikhari area in Kalat by Pakistani security forces. He is a landlord by profession. On May 2025, 13-year-old Fiaz Ali, son of Niaz Ali, a resident of Naseerabad, was forcibly disappeared from the Shaikhari area in Kalat by Pakistani security forces. On May 18,2025, Naveed Baloch, son of Izzat Baloch, a resident of the Jimuri area in Pasni Tehsil of Gwadar District, was forcibly disappeared by Pakistani security forces. On May 18,2025, Advocate Cheif Atta Ullah Baloch, son of Saleh Muhammad Shad, a resident of the Killi Shadi Khan area in Mastung, was forcibly detained and disappeared by Pakistani security forces from his home. On May 18,2025, Waqas Baloch, son of Wazeer Khan, a resident of the Killi Sheikan area in Mastung, was forcibly detained and disappeared by Pakistani security forces from his home." Paank strongly condemns the intensifying wave of enforced disappearances in #Balochistan. 7 more forcibly disappeared by Pakistani forces. On May 16, 2025, Pakistani security officials called Shah Nawaz Baloch, son of Barpi, with his father to military camp Nali , who lived in... - Paank (@paank_bnm) May 18, 2025 Live Events Balochistan faces ongoing human rights violations, including enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and suppression of dissent. Security forces and insurgent groups are both accused of abuses. Civilians often suffer amid conflict, with limited media access and accountability. International concern grows, but effective intervention and justice remain elusive for many victims.
Hans India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Balochs declare 'Balochistan is not Pakistan', say world can't be silent spectator anymore
Quetta: As several individuals continue to be forcibly disappeared across multiple districts of Balochistan province, several Baloch activists all over the world have renewed their call to pressurise Pakistan to immediately end its repressive policies in the province. "Baloch people across Pakistan-occupied Balochistan (PoB) are up on streets and this is their national verdict that Balochistan is not Pakistan and world can't be a silent spectator anymore," Mir Yar Baloch, a Baloch human rights activist posted on X Wednesday afternoon. Paank - the Baloch National Movement's Human Rights Department - has also strongly condemned the continuing policy of enforced disappearances carried out by Pakistani security forces and intelligence agencies in Balochistan. Revealing a series of incidents between April and May, it stated that five more individuals were forcibly disappeared across multiple districts of Balochistan, reflecting a persistent climate of fear, impunity, and state repression in the province. "On April 14, 2025, Shah Jan, son of Qadir Dad, a driver by profession and resident of Absar Bunday Kalat in Turbat, was forcibly disappeared by military intelligence operatives from the Yaqoob Mohla Absar area in Turbat city, Kech district. On April 24, 2025, Ali Ahmed, son of Muhammad Rahim and a resident of Jebbri Mashkai, Awaran district, was abducted from his home by Pakistani forces," the statement said. "On May 7, 2025, Ahmed Khan, son of Haji Muhammad Umar and also a driver, disappeared from his residence in Killi Chotu Mastung, Balochistan. On May 11, 2025, Zabid Ali, son of Muhammad Rafiq, a labourer and resident of Killi Sardar Ali Ahmed Khan, Chaghi, was forcibly taken by Pakistani security forces from his home. On May 12, 2025, Tahir Baloch, son of Allah Bakhsh from Dasht Hor Shollig, Kech district, was detained along with his vehicle by forces from the Gwadar district," it further added. The human rights body highlighted that these incidents reflect a broader and systemic policy of enforced disappearances that continues unabated in Balochistan. "Victims are often taken without any legal procedure, warrant, or due process, and families are left in anguish with no information on their loved ones' whereabouts or well-being," it pointed out. Paank also called on international human rights organisations, including the United Nations Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances and the broader international community, to pressurise Pakistan to immediately release all forcibly disappeared persons and end its repressive policies in Balochistan. "The practice of enforced disappearances must be recognised as a crime against humanity, and perpetrators must be held accountable under international law," the human rights agency stated. Last month, Paank published 'Balochistan Human Rights Report– March 2025' shedding light on the deeply troubling human rights violations taking place in the province, with particular emphasis on the ongoing issues of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings. The report highlighted that in March 2025, multiple cases of enforced disappearances and illegal detentions were reported across 15 districts of Balochistan, with some cases extending into parts of Karachi, Islamabad, Jacobabad, and Dera Ghazi Khan. The Quetta and Qalat districts have equal figures recording the highest number of incidents, with 37 individuals forcibly disappeared. Total cases of enforced disappearances in March were reported to be 181.
Jordan Times
25-02-2025
- Politics
- Jordan Times
Jordan showcases commitment to disability rights with int'l stakeholders
Director of the Prime Ministry's Human Rights Department Khalil Abdallat on Tuesday speaks during a specialised training session on the future of disability rights in Jordan and internationally (Petra photo) AMMAN — Director of the Prime Ministry's Human Rights Department Khalil Abdallat on Tuesday said that Jordan reaffirmed its leadership in disability rights, underscoring the Kingdom's ongoing efforts to protect and promote the rights of persons with disabilities. Speaking at a specialised training session, Abdallat stressed the pivotal role of His Majesty King Abdullah's vision in positioning Jordan as a global leader in this field, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The event, organised by the Human Rights Department in cooperation with the Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (HCD), the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator in Jordan, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, brought together national and international stakeholders to discuss the future of disability rights in Jordan and internationally. Among the key participants were UN Resident Representative in Jordan Sheri Ritsema-Anderson and Regional Representative of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Mazen Shaqoura. Abdallat also highlighted that under the leadership of King Abdullah's and HRH Crown Prince Hussein, Jordan has made "significant" strides in advancing the rights of persons with disabilities, setting an example for the region and beyond. He stressed that the Kingdom has become a model in developing legislative frameworks that align with international standards and promote justice, equality, and inclusive opportunities for persons with disabilities. He also noted that this reflects Jordan's commitment to strengthening human rights protection, particularly for people with disabilities, under the leadership of the King and HRH Crown Prince Hussein. The training session was also part of Jordan's preparations for the upcoming international Summit in Berlin, where the Kingdom will showcase its achievements in disability rights and highlight His Majesty's role in advancing these issues on the international stage. Abdallat said the event would underline Jordan's ambitious vision to establish global standards for the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities. He also pointed to Jordan's commitment to disability rights, noting the impact of the Disability Rights Law No. 20 of 2017. "This landmark law set new regional standards and ensured the dignity and equality of persons with disabilities, marking a significant shift in the region's approach," he added. Abdallat also highlighted the vital role played by Prince Hussein in supporting the integration of youth, including those with disabilities, into the Jordanian society. He also commended HCD President HH Prince Mired for leading efforts to empower and integrate persons with disabilities in all aspects of life. Abdallat highlighted Jordan's engagement with international human rights mechanisms, noting that the Kingdom has received over 1,200 recommendations from various UN bodies, including 756 from the Universal Periodic Review and 382 from treaty bodies. As part of its ongoing efforts to improve the rights of persons with disabilities, Abdallat announced that the government is currently drafting a comprehensive national plan to implement these recommendations in partnership with civil society organisations. Anderson praised Jordan's leadership in disability rights, noting that the Kingdom's efforts set a global standard. She reaffirmed the UN's full commitment to supporting Jordan's efforts to ensure accessibility and participation for all persons with disabilities.
