The Interview Imaan Mazari-Hazir: Seeking justice for Pakistan's disappeared
Sep 27, 2024
Imaan Mazari-Hazir, a dedicated Pakistani lawyer, is renowned for her fierce advocacy of human rights, particularly against state abduction and disappearance. In the discussion, she addresses the escalating human rights crisis in Pakistan, emphasizing the culture of fear and the impunity faced by perpetrators. Imaan also critiques the violence in Balochistan and its implications for justice. Despite the challenges, she highlights the resilience of Pakistan's youth and their potential to drive positive change through activism.
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Human Rights in Pakistan
- Pakistan's human rights situation is deplorable, resembling an undeclared martial law.
- Civil liberties are constantly assaulted, and speaking out can lead to enforced disappearances or extrajudicial executions.
Enforced Disappearances
- Enforced disappearances in Pakistan are carried out by state agencies, with denial of information about the victims.
- Even upon release, victims hesitate to identify their abductors due to fear, and courts rarely hold perpetrators accountable.
The Case of Ahmed Farhad Shah
- Journalist Ahmed Farhad Shah's wife contacted Imaan after his abduction; police refused to register a report.
- The Islamabad High Court intervened, securing Shah's release after pressure on the ISI.