Islamabad, Nov 22, 2025

The Human Rights Council (HRC) of Pakistan strongly condemned the “illegal arrest and five-hour detention” of its member Farwa Askar and Pakistani journalist Alifia Sohail.

According to the rights body, the arrest took place on Friday outside the Karachi Press Club during a “peaceful” protest against the country’s 27th Constitutional Amendment.

It termed the incident a grave violation of freedom of expression and human rights.

These protests came after Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari signed the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill on November 13, following its approval by both houses of Parliament. With his assent, the bill has now become part of Pakistan’s Constitution.

“Alifia Sohail is a prominent journalist who has fearlessly reported on social issues, w

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