Forced Displacement of Christians Rages in Islamabad, Pakistan
Thousands of Christian families are being forcibly evicted from their homes in Pakistan's capital city of Islamabad, sparking outrage and calls for intervention.
Islamabad, Pakistan - In a concerning turn of events, thousands of Christian residents in the capital city of Islamabad are being forcibly evicted from their homes, leading to a humanitarian crisis and cries for international intervention. This latest development has shone a spotlight on the ongoing religious and ethnic tensions that continue to plague the nation.
The evictions, which began in late 2022, have targeted a predominantly Christian community that has lived in the city's outskirts for decades. Authorities claim the land is designated for government development projects, but the affected families allege a blatant disregard for their rights and a systematic effort to displace religious minorities.
Reverend Saleem Paul, a local church leader, expressed his outrage, stating,
Source: Al Jazeera
