At least 10 civilians lost their lives when Pakistani security forces shot at a passenger vehicle near Cadet College in Nushki district of Balochistan. The Baloch Voice for Justice (BVJ) condemned the attack, labeling it as a violation of human rights and emphasizing the need for civilian protection under international law. The BVJ called for independent investigations, accountability, and immediate measures to safeguard civilians in Balochistan.
The Human Rights Council of Balochistan (HRCB) reported 598 killings in Balochistan in 2025, primarily attributed to Pakistani security forces amid escalating violence against civilians. The HRCB documented various types of killings, including targeted killings, custodial deaths, and cases of bodies found under suspicious circumstances. The report also highlighted instances of fake encounters orchestrated by Pakistani forces.
Paank, the Human Rights Department of the Baloch National Movement, raised concerns over the enforced disappearances of three civilians by Pakistani forces in Balochistan. The individuals, including a retired Deputy Commissioner and two others, were reportedly taken from their homes without legal justification. This incident was cited as part of a broader pattern of collective punishment and enforced disappearances in the region.
