Human Rights 2020-01-13 'Death to the dictator': angry protesters in Iran demand end to the regime Videos posted on social media showed thousands of demonstrators calling for the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and top military leaders to step down. 2019-12-24 Thousands of Iranians face torture, execution in post-protest crackdown At least 7,000 people have reportedly been arrested in Iran, and interviews and evidence show that many face dire circumstances. 2019-08-12 KP begins responding to complaints lodged on human rights hotline Authorities have begun arranging meetings between complainants and respondents in remote areas where most of the calls have originated. 2019-05-23 Pakistan cracks down on 'bride trafficking' by Chinese gangs Chinese gangs are preying on impoverished women and their families with false promises of a more prosperous life across the border. 2019-01-16 Pakistanis call on government to tackle the atrocity of child abuse In 2018 alone, at least 875 cases of sexual assault against minors were recorded in Punjab, a police report revealed. 2018-04-23 Ethnic Pashtun movement demands rights in Lahore rally Thousands of demonstrators, including civil society members, took part in a rally in Lahore April 22 organised by the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement. 2018-02-12 Pakistan pays tribute to 'human rights giant' Asma Jahangir Jahangir, 66, died of cardiac arrest over the weekend. 2017-10-13 Pashtun peace activist receives prestigious rights award Among her accomplishments, Gulalai Ismail heads an organisation seeking to challenge the culture of violence and harassment against women in Pakistan. 2017-06-14 Cyber Harassment Helpline offers reprieve for victims The toll-free hotline gives legal advice and assistance to Pakistanis experiencing harassment or blackmailing on social media. 2016-10-20 Taliban kidnap children for suicide bombing: intelligence report The government is taking steps to protect children in remote tribal areas from militant groups aiming to brainwash them and exploit their vulnerability, officials say. 1 | 2 | Next
