In a plea for international solidarity, Dr. Allah Nazar Baloch, a renowned leader of the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), has reiterated the urgent call of the Baloch nation for support in their struggle for self-determination. Dr. Baloch’s statement, released today, outlines the grave human rights abuses suffered by the Baloch people at the hands of the Pakistani state and implores nations and organizations worldwide to recognize and aid their cause.
Dr. Baloch’s appeal extends to neighboring countries such as Afghanistan, India, and the other nations of the Middle East, including Iran, urging them to stand in solidarity with the Baloch people. Furthermore, he calls upon the international community, including the European Union, USA, the United Nations, and human rights organizations, to acknowledge and condemn the ongoing atrocities committed by Pakistan against the Baloch populace.
Highlighting the rich cultural and historical identity of the Baloch people, Dr. Baloch underscores their longstanding relationship with the Arab world. He mentions that while the Baloch have maintained their distinct heritage for millennia, Pakistan’s occupation of Balochistan for over 76 years has subjected them to systematic oppression and violence.
In a notable address to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman and UAE President His Highness Mohammad Bin Zayed al Nahyan, Dr. Baloch urges recognition of the Baloch struggle against Pakistan, citing the historical ties between the Baloch and Arab nations.
He further stated, “we condemn the recent killings of innocent Baloch civilians in Mashkay, Awaran and Gwadar by Pakistani death squads. These atrocities are a continuation of the Pakistani military’s brutal campaign to suppress the Baloch freedom movement, which is increasingly gaining popular support.”
He insisted that the Baloch struggle is not against any specific ethnicity or religion. Ours is a secular movement fighting for liberation from an occupying power namely the Pakistani state.
Drawing parallels to China’s own struggle for independence, Dr. Baloch implores China to reconsider its economic and military support for Pakistan, which he argues comes at the expense of Baloch lives.
In conclusion, Dr. Baloch appeals to the world for recognition of the Baloch plight and urges support for their pursuit of freedom, emphasizing the Baloch nation’s yearning for peace and justice.