Embedded The Kill List: Death of an Icon
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Dec 5, 2023 Samir Mehrab shares his personal connection as Karima Baloch's older brother, providing a heartfelt insight into her life as a human rights activist. He recounts the family's emotional response to Karima's mysterious death in Lake Ontario, raising troubling questions about the safety of dissidents. The conversation delves into Karima's rise as a vocal advocate for women's rights and the shadows of state violence looming over her activism. Samir reflects on the chilling threats she faced, highlighting the ongoing plight of Balochistan's activists.
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Public Face In Exile
- Karima Baloch led protests in Toronto after fleeing Balochistan and read speeches demanding justice for the disappeared.
- Her presence as a small but powerful activist made her a visible symbol for Baloch rights in exile.
Family Told Of Drowning Ruling
- Samir Mehrab recalls police notifying the family that Karima's body was found and later declaring the death non-criminal.
- The family was frustrated that police quickly concluded suicide despite Karima's history of threats.
Assassinations Can Be Made To Look Accidental
- Chris Alexander argues assassins often stage killings to look accidental or suicidal.
- This raises doubt about quick non-suspicious rulings in high-profile dissident deaths.