Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP), in collaboration with the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD), organized an event on abductions, forced conversions, and forced marriages of minority girls in Pakistan.

The event is part of the HRFP-TFD initiative, along with activities

Muridke, Pakistan: Prem Masih, a 22-year-old Christian man from Muridke, was shot dead after a series of violent attacks and threats allegedly carried out by a group of Muslim men targeting his family. 

The attackers reportedly abused and intimidated the women in the

Pakistan: The British Asian Christian Association’s first safe house for persecuted Christians in Pakistan has reached a major construction milestone, with the reinforced roof slab completed and the building’s grey structure now fully finished. 

Designed as a secur

Quetta, Pakistan: Aleeza Ashiq, who lost her leg in the 2017 terrorist attack on Bethel Memorial Methodist Church in Quetta, has received a new prosthetic leg through BACA’s continued support. 

The replacement has restored her mobility, allowing her to walk comfortably,

FAISALABAD, Pakistan: (Report by Sardar Mushtaq Gill) Christian leaders have strongly condemned what they describe as the continuing persecution of religious minorities in Pakistan following the disappearance of a Christian minor girl in Faisalabad, a case that has renewed concerns over alle

Lahore, Pakistan: The grieving Christian family of Fiaz Masih is crying out for justice following his mysterious disappearance and tragic death, a case that has raised serious concerns among human rights advocates and members of Pakistan’s Christian community. 

Pastor Im

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) expresses grave concern over the increasing incidents of violence, targeted attacks, threats, and workplace discrimination against Christians, particularly sanitary workers and laborers across Pakistan. 

HRFP’s fact-fin

Faisalabad: Imran Masih was brutally murdered in Faisalabad on 31st May 2026 after a Muslim friend allegedly entered his home during the night and attacked him with a knife. 

His nephews, Arbaz Masih and Akash Masih, were seriously injured while trying to s

MURIDKE, PAKISTAN: The death of a 22-year-old Christian man, Premi Masih, in Muridke has sparked concern among Christian communities and human rights advocates, with family members alleging that the fatal shooting was the result of prolonged intimidation, religiously motivat

The Ewing Hall Hostel of Forman Christian College University was taken over by Government of Punjab without prior notice to payout dues and repairs of the century old building which have moved anger among my minorities and human right activists across Pakistan and overseas.  <

Islamabad: JUI-F Senator Kamran Murtaza filed a Sharia petition in the Federal Sharia Court, declaring certain provisions of the Child Marriage Restraint Act 2025 as contrary to the Quran, Sunnah and Article 227 of the Constitution of Pakistan.  

On the other ha

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The tragic killing of 22-year-old Christian youth Zain Masih has sparked widespread grief and renewed concerns about the safety and security of religious minorities in Pakistan. The son of a Christian widow, Zain was fatally stabbed in Rawalpindi in an incident that has

Sialkot: Sunil Masih, a 28-year-old Christian man from Sialkot, has been missing since 31st April 2026 after leaving home for an evening walk. 

Despite the family reporting his disappearance immediately, relatives say the police response has been slo

Karachi: Rwadari Tehreek -Pakistan organized a Democracy Summit on June 4, 2026 at Karachi to reflect on reconnecting and re-imagine collective actions to explore ways to strengthen democratic values, frameworks, and protect fu

Mark Ruskell MSP 

The Scottish Parliament 

Edinburgh 

EH99 1SP 

4 June 2026 

Dear Mr Ruskell, 

We are writing following your contribution during General Questions in the Scottish Parliament on 2 June 202

UK: RAAC campaigners hold banners inside Clackmannanshire Council’s Kilncraigs offices ahead of a visit by Housing Minister Màiri McAllan, as pressure mounts for answers over funding, delays, and the future of affected hometown 

Council Silence Over

UK: Fiona Crichton, Kerry Mackintosh, and Wilson Chowdhry following a meeting with Scottish Government officials in February. 

For months, homeowners affected by the RAAC crisis in Scotland have been told that the Scottish Government is “considering matters,” &ldqu

Faisalabad:  A Christian man was killed and two of his relatives were seriously injured in an alleged stabbing attack in Faisalabad’s Railway Colony, raising renewed concerns about the safety of religious minorities in Pakistan. 

The victim, identified as Imran Masih,&nb

Islamabad: (PPF) Journalists across Pakistan formally rejected the amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) 2016, labelling them a “draconian black law” intended to suppress the media. In a declaration, they demanded that the Parliam

UK: For months, homeowners affected by the RAAC crisis in Scotland have been told that the Scottish Government is “considering matters,” “preparing responses,” or “working through processes.” Yet when residents ask for something as basic as official meetin

UK: After two months of ignored emails, unanswered calls, and growing frustration among residents, the council has finally acknowledged what homeowners have been saying for months — that this RAAC crisis is having a “significant and ongoing impact” on families. 

PESHAWAR: Fear and uncertainty continue to spread among Pakistan’s Christian minority following the tragic death of an 18-year-old Christian youth who succumbed to injuries sustained in a deadly shooting incident in Peshawar. 

According to local residents, Silas, so

Pakistan: Aleeza Ashiq was just 18 months old when she survived the 2017 terrorist attack on Bethel Memorial Methodist Church, losing her leg in the blast. 

Now aged 10, she urgently needs a new prosthetic leg as her current one has become painful and unsafe t

Lahore: Fanson Shahid was sentenced to life imprisonment in 2024 under Pakistan’s blasphemy laws following allegations linked to social media activity that his family strongly denies. 

His wife and children say the prolonged imprisonment and delayed appeal process have l

Islamabad: The Federal Constitutional Court has disposed of a custody petition filed by the parents of Sonia, a Christian girl from Lahore who converted to Islam and adopted the Muslim name “Ayesha,” allowing her to live according to her wishes after determining that she is legally an

Springfield, Virginia: A remarkable gathering of Kashmiri Americans and Pakistani American community leaders from across the Washington metropolitan area came together at Des Pardes Restaurant in Springfield, Virginia, to honor Sardar Shoaib Irshad following his appointment as Advisor and Co

Islamabad: (PPF) On May 14, multiple members of the National Assembly voiced concerns over the slow internet speeds in the House and across the country, which hinder the shift to a paperless working environment aimed at boosting efficiency and reducing costs. 

The De

Faisalabad — A Christian man identified as Shahzad Masih was brutally murdered after being shot in the head in the Ghulam Muhammad Abad area of Faisalabad, sparking grief and outrage among local residents and family members.

According to relatives and residents of the area, Shahza

Pakistan: A Facebook-based awareness campaign titled “Voice of the Victims of Blasphemy Business Group” has raised serious claims against individuals it describes as part of a “blasphemy business group,” alleging intimidation, mob pressure, coercion, and misuse of Pakistan

RAIWIND, Pakistan: Calls for a thorough and transparent investigation have intensified following the alleged poisoning death of Salamat Masih, a Christian brick kiln worker and father of six from Raiwind.

According to family members, the dispute began when a local resident allegedly acc

Lahore: Concerns have been raised on social media and by human rights activists regarding Abdul Waris Gill, formerly known as Waris Masih, over allegations related to inflammatory speeches, alleged hate speech against individuals accused under blasphemy laws, and questions surrounding the funding

Sialkot: Dr.Adil Ghouri and Dr. Tahreem Adil presented Christian books to mothers: on the invitation of Pastor Tariq Wilson, Chairman Christian Awareness Movement Dr. Adil Ghouri and Dr. Tehreem Adil attended the Mother's Day ceremony held at Christ Pentecostal Church and presented a detailed

Lahore: 11 May 2026: Rwadari Tehreek Pakistan has issued a Position Paper, a set of recommendations to ensure the effective implementation of the Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Act 2026 through clear operational rules, strict enforcement mechanisms, and coordinated institutional action (s).

Pakistan: The Centre for Legal Aid, Assistance and Settlement (CLAAS-UK) has welcomed a significant development in the case of Sonia Tariq, a minor Christian girl allegedly subjected to forced conversion, as the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) ordered her placement in a government shelter and

Islamabad: On April 27, 2026, a 14-year-old Christian girl, Rida, was allegedly abducted from her neighborhood in Lahore. This came not long after the unlawful and unethical ruling of the Federal Constitution Court regarding the Maria Shahbaz Case, and it has raised some serious questions as to w

Sahiwal, Punjab: A 14-year-old Christian girl, Saira George, was abducted and brutally sexually assaulted in Chak 82/6R, Sahiwal in late 2025.

Despite strong prosecution evidence and ongoing trial proceedings, the accused Muhammad Zohaib’s bail was rejected by the Sessions Court S

Shahkot, Pakistan: A young Christian woman was brutally gang-raped at gunpoint by her Muslim employer and an accomplice while working at a lemon farm in Shahkot, Pakistan.

The attackers bound her hands with her scarf, gagged her to silence her screams, and repeatedly assaulted her befor

Pakistan: Progress on the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) safe house project is moving forward steadily, with construction now approaching its final stages. We are hopeful that the building work will be completed by the end of May, marking a significant milestone in a long-anticipated

UK: In public sector housing crises such as those involving RAAC-affected properties, communication is not a courtesy—it is part of the system that holds everything together. When residents are dealing with displacement, financial uncertainty, and the loss of their homes, clarity and follow

UK: I never expected a routine ride through London traffic to end in a courtroom battle—but that’s exactly what happened. I would normally be driving my Tesla Model X, but with congestion at a standstill, I opted for the moped in my garage to save time.

What began as a brief

Sialkot: At the invitation of Spreading God's Word Bible College Principal Pastor John Sanaullah and Pastor Samar Zaman, Chairman Christian Awareness Movement Dr. Adil Ghauri visited the Bible College along with Dr. Tehreem Adil Javed Gul, Journalist and Roshi Ghauri.

Addressing the

Sydney, Australia: A program was organized by the Australian Kurdish Society (AKS) in Merrylands, Sydney, to commemorate the Peshmerga martyrs who were killed in recent drone attacks. The Kurdish national anthem and the welcome remark of Mr. Nader Gariban, president of AKS, commenced the program.

SIALKOT: The launch ceremony of three Christian books published by the Christian Awareness Movement - Bridal  Banquet,  Faith Mystery and Why Are Pakistani Christians Afraid? was held at the Yorkshire Hotel in which a large number of political, social and religious figures participated.

Sialkot:  (District Reporter) - Christian Awakening Movement Chairman Dr. Emanuel  Adil Ghouri  while talking to media representatives, said that the launch ceremony of three books published under the auspices of his organization was held at a local hotel on May 4 at 4 pm, in which

Lahore: The Punjab Assembly has passed the Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026, setting 18 years as the minimum legal age for marriage for both males and females and declaring underage marriage a non-bailable offence. The legislation marks a significant legal development and fulfils a long-standin

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP), in partnership with the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD), has initiated a project’s activities aimed at strengthening human rights advocacy across Pakistan. Titled “Human Rights Documentation, Fact-Finding, and Advocacy for the Marg

Islamabad: Asif Ali Zardari has traditionally greeted Sikh pilgrims, Hindus and other minorities on the occasion of Christmas, Holi and now Baisakhi (April 14, 2026). He praised the role of minorities, guaranteed the rights and religious freedom granted in the Constitution of Pakistan, and said t

Islamabad: (PPF) On April 12, Geo News received a show-cause notice from the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) for broadcasts related to the death of Indian singer Asha Bhosle. The notice, issued following Bhosle’s death, cited violations of various judgments and sectio

Sindh, Pakistan: In the rural village of Misri in Sindh, Pakistan, approximately fifteen Christian and Hindu families are facing acute hardship due to the absence of clean, safe drinking water. With no reliable source available, they are compelled to rely on muddy irrigation channels for survival

Pakistan: The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) continues its heartfelt mission to care for the three orphaned children of Shama and Shahzad Masih — the young Christian couple who were falsely accused of blasphemy and brutally murdered in Kasur in 2014. More than a decade after the

London: The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has been encouraged to see the growing international platform for the Legalise Apostasy campaign, following a recent visit to the United States in February 2026 led by Nissar Hussain and Neil Petrie.

The visit, organised with suppor

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) expresses deep concern and strong condemnation over the case of Maria Shahbaz, a 13-year-old Christian girl who was abducted in Lahore, forcibly converted to Islam, and subjected to a forced marriage recently upheld by court rulings.

HRFP e

UK: Following recent discussions between the Council’s Strategic Director -Place, Kevin Wells, and Wilson Chowdhry, Chairman of the UK RAAC Campaign Group, Mr Chowdhry was asked to engage with remaining homeowners to establish how many would be willing to proceed with voluntary acquisitions

UK: Support our campaign crowdfund  (click here)  Or donate direct to the UK RAAC Campaign Group using these details: SC: 20-29-24 ACCT No: 03355349  

I have received a response from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government following my correspondenc

Faisalabad, Pakistan: A Christian family’s home was reportedly set on fire following a local dispute in Chak 437 G/B, Tehsil Samundri, according to community representatives and local sources.

Pastor Imran Amanat, leader of LEAD Ministries, reported that, as he came to know, the i

Lahore: A deeply concerning case of alleged exploitation and unlawful confinement has emerged from Shahdara, Lahore, where an 18-year-old Christian girl, Saniya, was reportedly held in her employer’s home under restrictive conditions for eight months.

According to her mother, Salm

Punjab, Pakistan: A wave of violence, threats, and abductions targeting Christian communities across Punjab has raised alarm following a controversial Federal Constitutional Court ruling and related Sharia-based interpretations, sparking nationwide protests.

In Sheikhupura’s Bhatt

London: On 4th March 2026, representatives from the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) and United by Faith held a strategic online meeting via Zoom with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Bangkok office. The discussion focused on assessing IOM’s current operational c

London: Pakistani Christian asylum seekers in Thailand live in constant fear due to the country’s refusal to recognise refugees, leaving them vulnerable to arrest and detention. Increasingly, many within this community are expressing deep frustration after years of living in limbo. With lim

Lahore: On 27th February 2026, 29-year-old Christian sanitary worker Naveed Masih was brutally shot and killed while on duty at the Punjab Assembly (Punjab Assembly of Pakistan, provincial legislature Lahore) in Lahore.

Naveed, a government employee, had worked for five years at the Peo

Punjab, Pakistan: A Christian sanitary worker, Yousaf Masih, was brutally attacked for asking a cart owner not to throw garbage on the road. He suffered severe head and eye injuries, yet no action has been taken by the police. The attack exposes the serious risks faced by sanitation workers in Pu

Pakistan: The Christian and Hindu community of Jarawater, Sindh, has gained access to clean water and safe sanitation facilities thanks to BACA. After women and children faced long, unsafe journeys to collect contaminated water and struggled for privacy in open fields, BACA installed a water pump

Sialkot (District Reporter) A crowded emergency press conference was held today at a local hotel in Sialkot by Christian political and social leaders. Addressing the press conference,

Pakistan Christian Awareness  Movement Chairman Dr. Emanuel Adil Ghouri said that the Federal Cons

Faisalabad: Professor Anjum James Paul, Chairman of PMTA says that Punjab Education, Curriculum, Training And Assessment Authority (PECTAA) has approved the textbooks of Religious Education for Non-Muslim students under Notification No: PECTAA /C & C Unit/2026/767 Dated: 30.03.2026 w.e.f. the

Pakistan: The legal battle of Shahbaz Masih v. Additional Session Judge, Lahore (F.C.P.L.A. No. 536/2025) is not just a simple story of a controversial final judgment; rather, it is a case study of its own kind where a poor family suffers just because the justice system of this country has been r

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) has expressed serious concern over the rising number of cases involving the abduction, forced conversion, and forced marriage of minority girls. These incidents have been identified through HRFP’s REAT Helpline, referrals, and HRFP team’s

Lahore, Punjab: Two deeply troubling incidents in Pakistan have sparked national and international concern, highlighting growing fears within the Christian community over safety, justice, and equal protection under the law.

Custodial Death Raises Serious Questions

A Christian

Lahore, March 2026 — The city of Lahore has been shaken by the tragic and brutal killing of 25-year-old Saltiel Masih, a young Christian man whose life was cut short in a violent knife attack on March 13, 2026, in Bao Wala, Barki Road.

Saltiel Masih, son of Shoukat Masih, was atta

Lahore: A 22-year-old Christian labourer, Adil Masih, has allegedly been unlawfully detained and subjected to abuse at a brick kiln on Raiwind Road, in a case that highlights serious concerns about modern-day slavery, bonded labour, and weak law enforcement.

Adil, a married father of tw

ROME, ITALY: In a powerful address to the Italian Parliament and Government representatives, Adan Farhaj, Director of International relations for Pakistani Christians in Italy, marked the 15th anniversary of the martyrdom of Shahbaz Bhatti. Farhaj described the occasion as a "pellegrinaggio

Islamabad, Pakistan:  Ishtiaq Saleem, a 34-year-old Christian father and sanitary worker from Islamabad, has been in custody since November 2022 and now faces the possibility of a death sentence over allegations linked to social media content. Advocates say his case highlights the growing mi

La Jolla, United States: The short film from Pakistan, Screen Locked, written, directed and co-produced by Khalid Hasan Khan with Alyy Khan, has been honoured with the prestigious Award of Merit in Contemporary Issues / Awareness Raising at the Best Shorts Competition, 2026, an internationally re

Islamabad, Pakistan: Christian leaders continue to struggle for a unified and effective response as thousands of families face eviction from informal settlements in Islamabad and reportedly surrounding areas. The deepening crisis has prompted urgent appeals from religious figures, including Imran

UK: On 5th March 2026, the UK RAAC Campaign Group held what should have been a pivotal and constructive meeting with senior officials from Aberdeen City Council. Representing affected families were Wilson Chowdhry and Hannah Chowdhry, who met with Stephen Booth and Gail Beattie.

At the

UK: Aberdeen City Council confirmed legal fees and RICS-qualified surveyor costs for homeowners will be covered and paid directly during the acquisition process - no paymnet burden on homeowners.

Officials acknowledged concerns over relocation funding and need for early release of acqui

UK: Homeowners on Chestnut Grove have taken an important step in strengthening their collective voice by forming a new constituted residents’ group to represent their interests as discussions about the future of their RAAC-affected homes continue.

The meeting took place on 8 March

The federal capital city of Islamabad is a city that is called the mother of the unemployed. Educated and illiterate people from backward cities across the country come here in search of employment and then become residents here. Being the federal capital, there are wide job opportunities availab

Sargodha: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) has expressed deep concern over the death of a young Christian laborer, Marqas Masih, who was brutally harmed and killed while working under exploitative conditions at a rural farmhouse. The incident has renewed serious concerns about bonded labor, the

Lahore / Gujranwala: A Christian youth, Salati Masih, son of Shoukat Masih, was brutally murdered with iron rods and a knife in Bao Wala, Barki Road in Lahore on March 13, 2026, in an attack that has shocked the local community.

Police at Police Station C Division, Lahore, have register

Islamabad, Pakistan: Thousands of Christian residents in Pakistan’s capital are facing the threat of sudden eviction after authorities ordered two long-standing settlements to be vacated within days, sparking protests and renewed concerns over the treatment of religious minorities in the co

KOT RADHA KISHAN, Pakistan: Salmon Masih, a Christian father of four from Kechad Colony, Kot Radha Kishan, has been missing since Saturday, 7 March. He left home for work at 9 a.m. but never returned, leaving his family in deep fear and anguish. His wife has made a heartfelt appeal for his safe r

Washington, DC:  In Defense of Christians (IDC), America’s leading advocacy organization for Christians in the Middle East, expresses serious concern over the rapidly intensifying violence in Lebanon amid the expanding regional conflict involving Iran, Israel, and Hezbollah. The curren

Pakistan: This report serves as an urgent call to action regarding a series of brutal targeted killings and acts of extreme physical violence against the Christian minority in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Over the past 14 days, six Christian individuals have been murdered in various cities. M

Canada: (By ICV) Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton, issued an official proclamation on March 11, 2026, declaring a “Day of Remembrance and Action on Religious Freedom” to commemorate the martyrdom of Shahbaz Bhatti, who courageously gave his life defending human rights and promoting in

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) organized a Condolence Reference expresses profound sorrow and heartfelt condolences on the passing of renowned human rights defender Mr. Joseph Francis, a founding Director of CLAAS, Pakistan. His demise is an immense loss to the human rights commun

Sheikhupura, Punjab, Pakistan: A deeply disturbing incident has shaken communities in the Sheikhupura District, where a 10‑year‑old Christian girl was reportedly targeted in a violent attack by a local man, identified as Muhammad Wasim Butt. The alleged assault occurred in Manawarabad, within the

Toronto, Canada: International Christian Voice (ICV) successfully hosted the Martyr Shahbaz Bhatti Memorial Fundraiser and Book Launch 2026 at the Toronto Grand Convention Centre, bringing together faith leaders, elected officials, human rights advocates, and community members in a powerful eveni

Sargodha, Pakistan: Authorities have apprehended two suspects, Muhammad Mohsin and Basharat Kharl, in connection with the death of 20-year-old Christian labourer Marqas Masih, whose killing on March 4, 2026, has ignited widespread concern over the safety of religious minorities in Pakistan.

Sialkot: (District Reporter) Christian Awareness Movement Central Chairman Dr. Emanuel Adil Ghouri and Central President Imran Shahzad Sahutra have said in a joint statement that it is the constitutional and legal right of Christians to protest against the killing of Markaus Masih by influential

Lahore: Rwadari Tehreek Pakistan, organize the Annual Interfaith Iftar (breaking of the fast) on March 6, 2026 at the premises of National Council of Church LAHORE to share the blessings of Lent Season and Ramadan. The Interfaith Iftar was attended by scores of men and women from different faiths

Faisalabad: In a world often divided by borders, beliefs, and identities, there arise rare souls whose presence becomes a bridge between hearts. Sufi Masood Ahmed Saddiqui Lasani Sarkar  (Late) was one such luminous personality — a spiritual guide, humanitarian servant, and ambassador

ROME, ITALY: On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the Italian Parliament will host a high-profile commemorative event, "Builders of Peace – Remembering to Act," marking the 15th anniversary of the martyrdom of Shahbaz Bhatti. Bhatti, the former Pakistani Minister for Minority Affairs, was

Sargodha, Punjab: The brutal death of 20-year-old unmarried Christian man, Marqas Masih, occurred on 3 March 2026 and has sparked outrage, protests, and renewed fears over the persecution of religious minorities in Pakistan. Masih, a resident of Markabad, Sargodha, was working in Chak No. 36 for

Lahore, Pakistan: Rwadari Tehreek Pakistan staged a One-Day peaceful Hunger Strike on February 28, 2026 in front of the Lahore Press Club to protest the undemocratic, unfair and unjust selection system for reserved seats for minorities, women, labour and youth in the Punjab Local Government Act 2

LAHORE, Pakistan: Naveed Masih, a Christian sanitary worker employed at the Punjab Assembly, was found fatally shot inside the Members of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Hostel late Friday night, sending shockwaves across Pakistan. The killing has drawn widespread condemnation from civil society, human

Sialkot, Punjab: (District Reporter) - Renowned Christian journalist Samson Javed, Editor-in-Chief of the weekly Christian News Alert UK, is on a private visit to Pakistan today, during which he met with Christian political and social leaders and journalists in different cities.

He met

Pancho Baig, Sheikhupura: In the small village of Pancho Baig, Kotla Sheikhupura lived Sharif Masih, who worked hard as a labourer to provide for his family. Five years ago, due to poverty, Sharif made a difficult decision. He sent his young son, Jameel Masih, now just 14 or 15 years old, to work

Gujranwala, Punjab: LEAD Ministries strongly condemns the brutal assault on Yousaf Masih, a Christian sanitation worker serving under the Suthra Punjab program, in the Francis Abad area of UC No. 69, Pasrur Road, Jandian Bagh Wala, Gujranwala, Punjab.

According to eyewitnesses, Yousaf M

Punjab, Pakistan: LEAD Ministries has strongly condemned the alleged forced conversions of two Christian teenage boys in separate incidents in Punjab, describing the cases as serious violations of religious freedom, child protection laws, and fundamental human rights.

According to infor

UK: On Thursday 19th February, I will be leading the UK RAAC Campaign Group during a crucial meeting at the Scottish Government’s headquarters at Atlantic Quay. Senior officials, including representatives from the Better Homes Division, will be present to discuss the ongoing Reinforced Auto

UK: For months, RAAC-affected homeowners in Aberdeen have been grappling not only with the risks to their safety but also with the challenges of engaging meaningfully with the council tasked with supporting them. Families living under the shadow of RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) ro

Islamabad: (PPF) On February 18, the Supreme Court granted post-arrest bail to journalist Sohrab Barkat in a case registered under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, ordering his release upon the submission of surety bonds worth Rs200,000. The bail order overturns a 21 January ruling by the

Gujranwala: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) has expressed grave concern over what it describes as a false accusation of blasphemy against Sarwar Masih, a Christian resident of Gujranwala, allegedly used as a tool to facilitate unlawful land grabbing. HRFP is urgently calling on authorities to

GUJRANWALA: The Christian community in Pakistan continues to face serious challenges, as recent incidents in Gujranwala highlight the ongoing misuse of religion in personal disputes and the intimidation of vulnerable communities.

A Christian resident, Sarwar Masih, alleges that his home

February 19, 2026

To,

The Honorable

Maryam Nawaz Sharif

Chief Minister Punjab

OPENLETTER

Subject: Request for Review of Punjab Local Government Act 2025

Respected Madam,

We, the undersigned, respectfully draw your att

Pakistan: In response to the deeply distressing case reported from the outskirts of Sheikhupura, where a minor Christian girl, Aneesha, has allegedly been abducted from her family in the village of Rattian Khurshid, serious concerns have once again been raised regarding the safety and protection

Pakistan: Across South Asia, false accusations of blasphemy—claims of insulting Prophet of Islam or desecrating the Quran—have become a lethal weapon. Innocent lives, including Christians, Hindus, and Buddhists, are consumed by rumor, mob rage, and digital manipulation—often bef

Punjab, Pakistan: A series of violent attacks and systematic harassment targeting Christian communities in Punjab has raised alarm among human rights advocates, religious leaders, and civil society organizations. LEAD Ministries, which documents violence against Christians in Pakistan, has highli

Punjab, Pakistan: Afzal Masih, a devoted Catholic father of four, was murdered while travelling to a Marian pilgrimage in Mariamabad.

He was shot dead after confronting Muslim men who were harassing Christian women in his group.

Months later, his killers have been granted bail

Jarawater, Sindh: After installing a life-changing water pump for Christian and Hindu families in Jarawater, BACA has begun construction of a much-needed washroom.

For years, women endured danger and humiliation using open fields for sanitation. The new facility will restore dignity, sa

Lahore, Pakistan: LEAD Ministries has warmly welcomed the Punjab government’s landmark decision to criminalize child marriage, establishing 18 as the minimum legal age for marriage for both boys and girls. This progressive move ensures that religious interpretations, including Islamic Shari

Faisalabad, Pakistan: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) has expressed grave concern over the abduction, forced conversion, and forced marriage of 13-year-old Christian girl Sataish Maryam from Tehsil Chichawatni, District Sahiwal of Pakistan.

First Information Report (FIR) registered o

Karachi: The 17th edition of the Karachi Literature Festival (KLF) hosted a full-house and thought-provoking session on digital wellness with the screening of the short film Screen Locked, followed by a stimulating panel discussion featuring prominent voices from the arts, academia, and public he

Pakistan: Construction has officially begun on BACA’s first safe house in Pakistan—a vital sanctuary for persecuted Christian families, including blasphemy victims and survivors of sexual violence. This milestone marks the transition from vision to action, with the ground floor now un

Pakistan: Sumaira George with her mother, Nasreen George, and elder brother, Sahil Masih, standing together as they continue their fight for justice with the support of BACA.

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Rai Muhammad Naeem  Karal Court has dismissed the application filed by Nimra Shah, an accom

Gujranwala, Pakistan: Allegations of violence against two minor Christian brothers in Gujranwala have raised serious child protection and human rights concerns, highlighting the vulnerability of religious minority children in Pakistan.

According to the complaint filed by their father, t

Kasur, Pakistan: In a deeply disturbing incident highlighting the ongoing plight of religious minorities in Pakistan, a Christian bonded labor family has reportedly been brutally tortured and threatened with death in the Village Pahlo area of Kasur District, Punjab.

Another Christian bo

New York: “It is apparent that war and conflicts pose greater challenges to socio-economic development. This is evident in the attendant loss of lives among the civilian population and the vulnerable segments, including women, children, youth and people living with disabilities, and the dis

Kasur, Punjab: Christian families in Pakistan continue to face violence, intimidation, and physical abuse amid worsening religious hatred, with two serious incidents reported this week in Kasur District, Punjab. Victims say they were targeted solely because of their Christian faith and were left

Islamabad: Sardar Mushtaq Gill, Founder of LEAD Ministries, has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack at a Shia mosque in Islamabad, calling for an end to misleading narratives about terrorism and urging decisive action to prevent radicalization.

Gill said, “Stop saying t

London: in a press release its announced for registration for a Conference in Italia.

Dated: February 12

Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Sala Nassirya, Piazza Madama, Senate of the Republic (Senato della Repubblica)

A conference dedicated to the fig

Islamabad: Sardar Mushtaq Gill, Founder of LEAD Ministries, has warned that Pakistan’s blasphemy laws continue to destroy lives and create a climate of fear and violence, affecting people of all faiths while disproportionately targeting Christians.

Gill noted that while Muslims, H

Islamabad: The recent decision by Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) to allow a 12-year-old Christian girl, Maria Shahbaz, to remain with her alleged Muslim husband, Shehryar Ahmad, has drawn widespread condemnation from human rights groups and faith-based organizations. Critics

UK:  Wilson Chowdhry and his daughter Hannah Chowdhry taking the lead in the first meeting with senior Aberdeen council officers, advocating for residents and demanding a fair deal. Photo taken outside Marischal College on 26th July 2024, before meeting with Stephen Booth, Chief Officer &nda

Sialkot: A 24-year-old Christian farm worker with an intellectual disability was brutally beaten by his Muslim employer in Sialkot for arriving late to feed cattle.

The savage attack left him with severe head injuries, exposed wounds, and a fractured finger, rendering him unable to walk

Faisalabad (January: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) strongly condemns the brutal sexual assault of a six-year-old Christian girl, Shamaya Saleem, in Chak No. 237 GB, Jaranwala, District Faisalabad. HRFP calls for swift justice, accountability of the perpetrators, and full protection for the v

Faisalabad, Pakistan: A Pakistani court has acquitted two Christian nurses, Mariam Lal and Newosh Arooj, who spent more than four years living in fear after being falsely accused under the country’s notorious blasphemy laws. The district judge ruled that the complainant had failed to produc

UK: The UK RAAC Campaign Group is delighted to announce that our national petition calling for justice for RAAC-affected homeowners will be formally presented in Parliament. MP Brian Leishman has kindly agreed to present the petition during a parliamaccountability, and action.

Parliamen

UK: For years, local democracy in Scotland has been inconsistent and, in some cases, completely inaccessible to residents. Whether you want to ask a question, submit a petition, or speak at a council meeting, your ability to engage often depends not on your right to be heard, but on where you liv

Bahawalpur, Punjab: A Christian worker narrowly escaped death in a shocking faith-based attack in Bahawalpur, Punjab, highlighting ongoing threats against religious minorities in Pakistan. The incident underscores the vulnerabilities faced by Christian laborers and the urgent need for protections

Sahiwal, Pakistan: LEAD Ministries, a Christian advocacy organization, has learned of a shocking case of child abduction, forced religious conversion, and child marriage in Chak No. 47/12-L, Tehsil Chichawatni, District Sahiwal. A 13-year-old Christian girl was allegedly abducted, coerced into co

Punjab, Pakistan: An alleged incident involving the abuse of a 13-year-old Christian girl has once again drawn attention to the intersection of religious persecution, child labor, and poverty faced by minority communities in Pakistan.

According to local sources, the minor, identified as

Pakistan: (By Staff Reporter)A tragic incident of kidnapping of a 13-year-old Christian girl has taken place in Chak No. 47/12-L, Tehsil Chicha Watani, Sahiwal District, in which the girl was allegedly forcibly converted to Islam.

The 13-year-old daughter was studying in the sixth grade

Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh — A troubling incident has reportedly come to light in Moradabad, India, where five minor Muslim girls allegedly pressured a 16-year-old Hindu classmate to wear a burqa and convert to Islam. The video reportedly went viral on social media, showing the accused girls

Sialkot, Pakistan:  (District Reporter) Bashiran Bibi, a Christian widow from Garha Kalan area of ​​Bamba Nawala Daska police station, requested legal assistance from the legal team of the Christian Awareness Movement, (Masihi Tehreek.e. Beadari)

She told that influential local lan

Faisalabad: Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) condemns the sexual abusing of minor Christian girl Simran Amjad of age 12. Minor girl raped at gunpoint during kidnapping while the Police has registered the case against three accused

HRFP Fact Finding team visited the family, collected t

Tehran / Global: Sardar Mushtaq Gill, founder of LEAD Ministries, has issued a strong condemnation of Iran’s recent violent crackdown on protests, calling on the international community to support the Iranian people and demand accountability from the regime.

In a statement release

Washington, D.C.14 January 2026: On behalf of global refugee communities, especially Christian refugees, Sardar Mushtaq Gill, founder of LEAD Ministries, writes as a Christian refugee, faith leader, and human rights defender to respectfully urge President Donald J. Trump, President of the United

Pakistan: The Lahore High Court today ordered the recovery of Aneeqa, a 13-year-old Christian girl who was abducted on December 29, 2025, and handed her custody back to her parents, marking a significant legal victory against child marriage and forced religious conversion.

The Court als

UK: On 13 January 2026, Renfrewshire Council’s Chief Executive, Alan Russell, issued a formal response to the UK RAAC Campaign Group following our open letter raising urgent concerns about RAAC-affected homes in Linwood, Erskine, and surrounding areas.

While the letter acknowledge

Mian Channu, Punjab, Pakistan: Radical extremist groups have increasingly found ways to exploit both legal frameworks and social narratives to protect violent ideologies and evade scrutiny. In Pakistan, blasphemy laws have frequently been misapplied, often to intimidate opponents, settle disputes

Shahkot, Punjab: The harrowing reality of bonded labor and modern-day slavery continues to plague Pakistan’s Christian minority, as one family’s tragedy exposes systemic exploitation and the failure of law enforcement to protect vulnerable citizens.

Imran Masih, a Christian

Pakistan: BACA has stepped in to support the family of 14-year-old Christian girl, Sumaira George, who was brutally abducted and raped in Sahiwal. Facing threats and pressure from the influential relatives of the culprits, the family had to temporarily relocate. With BACA’s intervention, th

Pakistan: A deadly roof collapse in Narowal claimed the life of two-year-old Anaya and left several family members seriously injured (click here). The extended Masih family, now homeless and grieving, were forced to take refuge in cramped rooms offered by neighbours. BACA stepped in immediately&m

Pakistan: Reports say that Christians in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, are facing a wave of targeted attacks by Islamist militant groups, including the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Faith leaders and human rights organizations are urging the global community to act urgently as vi

Pakistan: Around the world, there is an increasing and legitimate concern regarding the radicalization of Islamist ideologies. This concern is not confined to Western societies alone; it is widely acknowledged across many Islamic countries themselves. Nations in the Middle East, including the Uni

Pakistan: Sardar Mushtaq Gill, Founder of LEAD Ministries, has strongly condemned escalating attacks on Christians in China and India, warning that religious freedom is under unprecedented threat.

There are disturbing reports that authorities in China recently carried out raids on the h

Faisalabad:  Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) strongly condemns the attack on a Church in Ghanaykay village, Kot Radha Kishan (Kasur), which occurred on January 5, 2026. The accused unlawfully entered the Church, desecrated the Holy Bible by tearing its pages, and ransacked the premises, s

Pakistan: Sardar Mushtaq Gill, Founder of LEAD Ministries, has strongly condemned Pakistan’s blasphemy laws, calling them “a sword in the hands of Islamists”—used not only to spread fear, silence critics, and undermine justice, but also to perpetrate violence, including ki

Kasur: Tak Memorial Church in the village of Preme Nagar, Ganekey, near Raiwind, was vandalised late Sunday night in what police are calling an attack on a place of worship and a violation of religious freedom. The assailant reportedly damaged the church’s minaret, broke the sacred cross, a

Sheikhupura, Punjab, Pakistan — January 5, 2026: A deeply troubling incident has once again drawn attention to the vulnerabilities faced by religious minority communities in Pakistan. 13-year-old Christian girl, Aneeqa Fiaz, daughter of Fiaz Masih, was reportedly kidnapped from her home in

Pakistan: Christian Awareness Movement strongly condemns the incident said Dr. Emanuel Adil Ghouri

Pakistan Christian Awareness Movement ( Masihi Tehreek .e. Beadari) Chairman Dr. Emanuel  Adil Ghauri, Central President Imran Shahzad Sahotra, Central leaders Younus Bhatti, Emanuel&

Pakistan: Following a brutal sexual assault on six-year-old Shumaya Saleem, her family faced intimidation and coercion from the family of the accused, forcing them to flee their home. Through donations to BACA’s Emergency Appeal, the British Asian Christian Association has provided immediat

Sheikhupura, Pakistan: The first murder of 2026 in Pakistan has cast a shadow over the new year, highlighting the persistent and escalating persecution of Christians in the country. Kashif Masih, a young father of three from Longowal village in Sheikhupura, was brutally killed by unknown assailan