Protest in Response to Systematic Killings of Hazaras in Afghanistan

On October 8, 2022, a protest was held in Islamabad, Pakistan, to condemn the systematic violence and killings targeting the Hazara community in Afghanistan. Organized by advocates for human rights and minority protections, the protest demanded that these targeted attacks be internationally recognized as acts of genocide. Participants called upon global leaders, human rights organizations, and the international community to take concrete steps toward justice and accountability. The demonstration aimed to raise awareness about the severe plight of Hazaras and emphasize the need for urgent protective measures and formal recognition of these atrocities as genocide.