Islamabad Police Raid Afghan Migrant Camp; Rights Groups Raise Concerns Over Forced Detentions

November 25, 2025 8:05 PM November 25, 2025 8:05 PM

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Islamabad Police Raid Afghan Migrant Camp; Rights Groups Raise Concerns Over Forced Detentions

In Pakistan, Islamabad police carried out late-night raids in Argentina Park, beating and detaining several Afghan migrants and women activists. Afghan Media reported that police surrounded the area without warning and cleared tents that had sheltered nearly 200 Afghan families for months. Migrants said children were injured and families were taken away without explanation. An activist reported facial injuries and accused police of using force against those advocating for women and human rights....

Pakistan: 373 Cases of Violence Against Women Reported in Islamabad, No Convictions Yet

November 7, 2025 4:58 PM November 7, 2025 4:58 PM

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Pakistan: 373 Cases of Violence Against Women Reported in Islamabad, No Convictions Yet

Islamabad has reported 373 cases of violence against women. The incidents were reported in the first six months of this year. However, not a single conviction has been recorded in these cases. In its latest fact sheet on violence against Women in Pakistan's capital, Sustainable Social Development Organisation (SSDO) said, not a single conviction despite hundreds of reported cases of violence against women demonstrates failure of authorities in evidence handling, victim protection and judicial ef...