I, Dr. Asif Mahmood, in coordination with First Pakistani Global, the Democracy and Human Rights Alliance, the Community Alliance for Peace and Justice, the Democratic Friends of Pakistan, the Save Pakistan Coalition, and the Pakistani American Physicians Association, stand in unity with the tens of millions of human rights advocates and democracy defenders worldwide, in launching this petition to demand justice and accountability for the harrowing events that unfolded in Islamabad, Pakistan, on November 26, 2024.
For nearly two years, Pakistan has endured a relentless assault on democracy and human rights. Thousands of political activists have been unjustly detained, with women advocates disproportionately targeted. The country's most popular political leader and former Prime Minister remains imprisoned on blatantly fabricated charges, despite securing bail in over 100 cases.
On November 24th more than 100,000 peaceful protesters marched to Islamabad to demand justice and freedom. In response, Pakistani authorities launched a chilling campaign of repression. Communications and transportation were severed nationwide to isolate the protesters. Undeterred, these brave individuals convened for a peaceful sit-in, even as authorities threatened live on television to use firing squads to disperse them.
Under the cover of darkness in the early hours of November 26, authorities blacked out the protest site, set containers ablaze to block escape routes, and unleashed live fire on the crowd. The scene bore a haunting resemblance to a war zone, underscoring the gravity of the violations committed.
Our Demands
We call on all who value democracy, human rights, and justice to join us in urging decisive action. Specifically, we appeal to:
- Human Rights and Democracy Department of the U.S. State Department,
- The United Nations Human Rights Commission,
- Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission in the U.S. Congress
- Launch an Independent International Inquiry
Initiate an immediate and transparent investigation led by an international commission with full access to evidence and witnesses. - Preserve Evidence and Protect Families
Implement urgent measures to prevent Pakistani authorities from destroying evidence or harassing victims' families and survivors. - Release All Political Prisoners
Demand the unconditional release of all political detainees in Pakistan, including women activists and opposition leaders. - Establish a 90-Day Inquiry Deadline
Ensure the investigation is concluded within 90 days to deliver timely justice and accountability. - Impose Targeted Sanctions
Enforce appropriate sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for these egregious human rights violations.
Why This Matters
This is not just about Pakistan; it is about the global fight for democracy, human rights, and justice. The world must not stand by as peaceful protesters are silenced, families shattered, and democratic principles trampled. The actions we take today will define our collective commitment to these values.
Let us unite and demand accountability. Stand with courageous individuals who risked their lives for freedom. Stand for democracy, for justice, and for human rights.
Sign this petition now and let your voice be a beacon of hope for those who continue to fight for a better future.
Thank you for your unwavering support.
Dr. Asif Mahmood
Human Rights Advocate
Updates
Reached 2,500 supporters
December 1, 2024
November 29, 2024
Seeing one hundred people already sign this gives me hope that the world is finally watching what happens to our families back home. I started this because I could not sit by while injustice tears my country apart.
Reached 1,000 supporters
November 29, 2024
Reached 100 supporters
November 29, 2024
November 28, 2024
Watching the count rise reminds me of the courage shown by those protesters in the dark of that night. We need to reach that first hundred mark immediately to show the authorities that the world is paying attention to their brutality.
1,870 Comments
How can such an atrocity take place in the open, by their own army, yet no one is being held responsible for literally dozens of murders (total count maybe much higher)? Where is UN, USA, UK and su h other so-called champions of human rights now?
Barbaric violence against peaceful protesters in Islamabad is utterly condemnable. The loss of over 200 lives and direct firing by security forces is a grave violation of human rights. Justice must prevail, and accountability is essential.
Justice for #IslamabadMassacre happened on 27th Nov 2024 at D Chowk Islamabad Pakistan Capital city against peaceful protesters, protesting for their stolen mandate, Rule of Law, Release of Political Prisoners including their Leader Imran Khan
I want justice for the people who were killed by the security either police or rangers. Those involved in this massacre should be treated according to the law. Since there is no rule of law in pakistan, international courts and agencies should intervene.
My heart is broken in to millions of pieces. Being a mother I knew how hard is to raise a kid from day 1( Actually from pregnancy) till whole life. How any body can take their kid life without any crime. Who give this right to them. I am so upset.
Giustizia Kashmir
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I, Dr. Asif Mahmood, in coordination with First Pakistani Global, the Democracy and Human Rights Alliance, the Community Alliance for Peace and Justice, the Democratic Friends of Pakistan, the Save Pakistan Coalition, and the Pakistani American Physicians Association, stand in unity with the tens of millions of human rights advocates and democracy defenders worldwide, in launching this petition to demand justice and accountability for the harrowing events that unfolded in Islamabad, Pakistan, on November 26, 2024.
For nearly two years, Pakistan has endured a relentless assault on democracy and human rights. Thousands of political activists have been unjustly detained, with women advocates disproportionately targeted. The country's most popular political leader and former Prime Minister remains imprisoned on blatantly fabricated charges, despite securing bail in over 100 cases.
On November 24th more than 100,000 peaceful protesters marched to Islamabad to demand justice and freedom. In response, Pakistani authorities launched a chilling campaign of repression. Communications and transportation were severed nationwide to isolate the protesters. Undeterred, these brave individuals convened for a peaceful sit-in, even as authorities threatened live on television to use firing squads to disperse them.
Under the cover of darkness in the early hours of November 26, authorities blacked out the protest site, set containers ablaze to block escape routes, and unleashed live fire on the crowd. The scene bore a haunting resemblance to a war zone, underscoring the gravity of the violations committed.
Our Demands
We call on all who value democracy, human rights, and justice to join us in urging decisive action. Specifically, we appeal to:
- Human Rights and Democracy Department of the U.S. State Department,
- The United Nations Human Rights Commission,
- Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission in the U.S. Congress
- Launch an Independent International Inquiry
Initiate an immediate and transparent investigation led by an international commission with full access to evidence and witnesses. - Preserve Evidence and Protect Families
Implement urgent measures to prevent Pakistani authorities from destroying evidence or harassing victims' families and survivors. - Release All Political Prisoners
Demand the unconditional release of all political detainees in Pakistan, including women activists and opposition leaders. - Establish a 90-Day Inquiry Deadline
Ensure the investigation is concluded within 90 days to deliver timely justice and accountability. - Impose Targeted Sanctions
Enforce appropriate sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for these egregious human rights violations.
Why This Matters
This is not just about Pakistan; it is about the global fight for democracy, human rights, and justice. The world must not stand by as peaceful protesters are silenced, families shattered, and democratic principles trampled. The actions we take today will define our collective commitment to these values.
Let us unite and demand accountability. Stand with courageous individuals who risked their lives for freedom. Stand for democracy, for justice, and for human rights.
Sign this petition now and let your voice be a beacon of hope for those who continue to fight for a better future.
Thank you for your unwavering support.
Dr. Asif Mahmood
Human Rights Advocate
Updates
Reached 2,500 supporters
December 1, 2024
November 29, 2024
Seeing one hundred people already sign this gives me hope that the world is finally watching what happens to our families back home. I started this because I could not sit by while injustice tears my country apart.
Reached 1,000 supporters
November 29, 2024
Reached 100 supporters
November 29, 2024
November 28, 2024
Watching the count rise reminds me of the courage shown by those protesters in the dark of that night. We need to reach that first hundred mark immediately to show the authorities that the world is paying attention to their brutality.
1,870 Comments
The courts in Pakistan are compromised by the new laws. The biggest hospitals where the injured and dead were taken were hiding the medical records /patients/deceased and harassing the relatives.International courts of laws are our last resort.
How can such an atrocity take place in the open, by their own army, yet no one is being held responsible for literally dozens of murders (total count maybe much higher)? Where is UN, USA, UK and su h other so-called champions of human rights now?
Barbaric violence against peaceful protesters in Islamabad is utterly condemnable. The loss of over 200 lives and direct firing by security forces is a grave violation of human rights. Justice must prevail, and accountability is essential.
Justice for #IslamabadMassacre happened on 27th Nov 2024 at D Chowk Islamabad Pakistan Capital city against peaceful protesters, protesting for their stolen mandate, Rule of Law, Release of Political Prisoners including their Leader Imran Khan
I want justice for the people who were killed by the security either police or rangers. Those involved in this massacre should be treated according to the law. Since there is no rule of law in pakistan, international courts and agencies should intervene.
My heart is broken in to millions of pieces. Being a mother I knew how hard is to raise a kid from day 1( Actually from pregnancy) till whole life. How any body can take their kid life without any crime. Who give this right to them. I am so upset.
Giustizia Kashmir
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The courts in Pakistan are compromised by the new laws. The biggest hospitals where the injured and dead were taken were hiding the medical records /patients/deceased and harassing the relatives.International courts of laws are our last resort.