Blogger Ahmed Waqas Goraya now lives in the Netherlands. He says the long arm of Pakistan is coming for him—and many others.
Pakistanis Accused of Blasphemy Persecuted Abroad as Well
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Pakistan: An Islamic Republic with a Diplomatic Sexual Abuse Problem
After International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women, a reflection on recent incidents involving Pakistani male diplomats.
Ahmadi Graves Desecrated in Pakistan—Again
Dead or alive, members of the religious minority continue to be persecuted.
Joyland: The Strange Case of an Award-Winning Movie from Lahore Banned in Lahore
The Pakistani film has met with critical acclaims. Punjab banned it claiming it promotes homosexuality, although the story is more complicated.
Sara Taseer: Daughter of Assassinated Pakistani Politician Refuses to Sign Anti-Ahmadi Passport Statement
In Pakistan, Muslims to get a passport should state they are not Ahmadis. The daughter of the Punjab Governor killed for his support of Asia Bibi didn’t.
Pakistan: More Kidnapping, Forced Conversions of Hindu Girls
While protests for Chanda Mahraj continue, not even being married keeps young women from religious minorities safe from abduction.
Pakistan: Court Gives Back Hindu Girl to Her Kidnapper
One day after Chanda Maharaj was rescued by the police, a Pakistani court ruled she should go back to her Muslim “husband.”
Pakistan: Police Rescues Abducted Hindu Girl
15-year-old Chanda Maharaj was abducted in Hyderabad. In this case, it ended well.
Russia Uses Rape as a Military Strategy in Ukraine
Both the United Nations and the European Parliament denounce horrific war crimes. The youngest victim is 4, the oldest is 82.
October 16: Prayer and Silence Against Armageddon
Why Bitter Winter supports the Global Prayer for Love and Peace and the One Minute Silence initiatives.