Date: July 12, 2025
By: Implementation of Universal Declaration of Human Rights (IUDHR)
Balochistan Tragedy: 12 Innocent Lives Lost in Ethnic Violence
The Implementation of Universal Declaration of Human Rights (IUDHR) expresses deep sorrow and outrage over the brutal killing of twelve innocent individuals in Balochistan, Pakistan. According to reports, these individuals were targeted solely due to their Punjabi identity, highlighting a terrifying rise in ethnically motivated violence.
This heinous act is more than a crime—it reflects an emerging pattern of ethnic cleansing that threatens the social harmony, national unity, and human dignity of all Pakistanis. At IUDHR, we condemn this senseless terrorism in the strongest possible terms.
A Statement from IUDHR on the Balochistan Incident
In an official condemnation statement released on July 12, 2025, IUDHR emphasized that the right to life is a fundamental human right, and no one should be targeted or discriminated against based on their ethnic, religious, or cultural background.
“We are deeply shocked and saddened by this senseless act of violence. Such atrocities are a grave violation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and pose a direct threat to our collective peace and security,”
— Ms. Shazia Tasleem Kasi (ASC), President of Women and Children Rights, Pakistan, IUDHR.
IUDHR’s Urgent Call to Action
IUDHR urgently calls on the Government of Pakistan and all relevant authorities to:
- Launch an immediate and transparent investigation into the killings
- Bring the perpetrators to justice without delay
- Ensure the protection of ethnic minorities in Balochistan and across Pakistan
- Take meaningful steps to prevent future acts of ethnic violence and terrorism
Solidarity with the Victims and Communities
We stand in full solidarity with the families of the victims, offering our prayers, support, and deepest condolences. This tragic incident is a painful reminder that hate crimes and ethnic targeting must never be tolerated in any society.
IUDHR invites civil society organizations, interfaith leaders, peace activists, and human rights defenders to raise their voices, demand justice, and work together to build inclusive, peaceful communities.
Our Future Vision: Global Unity for Human Rights
At IUDHR, our long-term vision is to strengthen international collaboration by working alongside all global human rights organizations. We aim to:
- Promote cross-border cooperation on human rights protections
- Share strategies to prevent ethnic and religious violence
- Advocate for policy reforms and legal protections for vulnerable communities
- Stand united in the face of terrorism, discrimination, and injustice
Conclusion: Together, We Must Rise Against Hate
The recent killings in Balochistan represent a shocking violation of human rights and a devastating loss for the affected families and communities. But this tragedy must not be in vain. It must fuel our determination to stand against hate, protect the vulnerable, and uphold the values of justice, equality, and human dignity for all.
We at IUDHR remain committed to being a voice for the voiceless and a force for peace in every corner of the world.
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Let us rise together — because silence is never an option in the face of injustice.
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