Dr. Mahrang Baloch, addressing the Pashtun National Jirga in Germany, delivered a scathing critique of Pakistan’s systematic oppression of Pashtuns and Balochs. Calling it an ongoing genocide, she called out the Paki establishment against waging a campaign of brutal suppression against ethnic communities, targeting their identity, culture, and existence.
While highlighting the dire state of affairs, Dr. Baloch expressed hope in the rise of grassroots movements like the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) and the Baloch Unity Council. She described these organizations as critical forces in resisting Pakistan’s oppressive tactics, ensuring the survival and dignity of marginalized communities. “These movements are beacons of hope that will save their people from the clutches of this fascist Army,” she said.
Dr. Baloch also drew attention to the unjust detention of Pashtun leader Ali Wazir, a former member of Pakistan’s National Assembly, who has been repeatedly targeted for his vocal criticism of the Pak military’s heavy-handed policies in Pashtun and Baloch territories. “Ali Wazir is not just a role model for Pashtuns; he is an inspiration for all oppressed communities,” she remarked, urging international attention to her plight and the broader systemic injustices in Pakistan.
Her remarks reflect growing unity among Pashtuns and Balochs, who have long faced enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and cultural erasure at the hands of the Paki establishment. The Pashtun National Jirga itself stands as a testament to this emerging solidarity, amplifying voices that challenge the Pak Army narrative and demand justice for decades of oppression.