Baloch protesters issue ultimatum to Pakistan government over detained demonstrators and rights abuses
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Baloch protesters issued a 3-day ultimatum demanding release of detained demonstrators and quashing of charges against them related to enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings.
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Islamabad police previously used force to disperse and detain over 200 Baloch rights demonstrators. Events strongly condemned.
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Baloch Yakjehti Committee continues sit-in protest outside National Press Club demanding missing persons be produced and charges dropped.
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Solidarity protests held in Karachi. Support voiced by politicians and rights groups. Author Mohammed Hanif returns award to protest abuses.
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Police presence remains outside press club near demonstrators. Government urged to prioritize dialogue and address legitimate concerns.