Pashtun Tahafuz Movement Protests in Germany Against Pakistani Military Actions
On Saturday, the German chapter of the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) organized a protest in Berlin, Germany. The demonstration was held to raise awareness about the alleged genocide by Pakistan’s defense forces in the Bannu region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
In a post on ‘X’, PTM Khyber stated, “PTM Germany held a large protest in Germany against Pakistani policies, state terror, the genocide of Pashtuns, a military attack on peaceful protest in Bannu. It is no longer possible for this state to live under such policies. On October 11, there will be a big judicial meeting of the Pashtuns. We should all prepare for it.”
Previously, the Pakistani military reportedly opened fire on peaceful Pashtun protesters in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, resulting in the deaths of at least five individuals and injuring around 20 people. Thousands had gathered to protest against rising terrorism and to demand peace in the region.
Amnesty International’s South Asia chapter condemned the incident, stating, “Firing by officers on peaceful protestors in Bannu today resulting in the death and injury of several protestors, is a violation of their rights to peaceful assembly under international human rights law and Pakistan’s own Constitution.”
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) also condemned the actions, stating, “HRCP is appalled to learn that at least five protestors have been killed and over 20 injured after security personnel allegedly opened fire on peaceful protestors in Bannu.”
Both Amnesty International and HRCP urged the Pakistani government to investigate the incident, hold responsible officials accountable, and ensure the safety of protestors in the future.
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Pashtun Tahafuz Movement -: The Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) is a group that fights for the rights of Pashtun people, who live mainly in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Germany -: Germany is a country in Europe. Berlin is its capital city.
Pakistani Military -: The Pakistani Military is the armed forces of Pakistan, responsible for defending the country.
Genocide -: Genocide means the killing of a large group of people, especially those of a particular ethnic group or nation.
Bannu -: Bannu is a city in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa -: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a province in Pakistan, located in the northwestern part of the country.
Amnesty International -: Amnesty International is a global organization that works to protect human rights.
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan -: The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan is a group that works to protect and promote human rights in Pakistan.