Global Outcry Over Pakistan’s Human Rights Record Amid Activist’s Disappearance

Amnesty International has voiced significant concerns over Pakistan’s human rights practices following the alleged enforced disappearance of Fareedullah Afridi, an activist from the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM). Afridi was reportedly abducted on May 18, 2026, in Peshawar, yet local authorities have shown reluctance to file a First Information Report, ignoring his family’s calls for justice.

This incident appears to fit into a worrying trend of enforced disappearances linked to state suppression of PTM supporters, a movement advocating for the Pashtun community’s rights. Amnesty highlights a pattern of similar incidents over the years, demanding an immediate and transparent investigation into these claims. The organization insists on the disclosure of Afridi’s whereabouts if held by security forces, and calls for either his release or formal charges.

Amnesty International further demands accountability, urging that those responsible for such abductions face justice under international human rights standards. Pakistan faces mounting allegations of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial actions, particularly in regions like Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, sparking international outcry over human rights abuses. Families of missing persons frequently protest, demanding the return of their loved ones, while numerous rights organizations continue to press for justice, transparency, and accountability. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)