Tag: Shia-Sunni Conflict
Sectarian tensions on the rise in GB after Naltar killing
March 26th, 2021; By Hamid Riaz & Hassan Raza; LAHORE; 6 people including a woman were killed when assailants opened fire on a passenger jeep traveling from Gilgit to Naltar, yesterday. Following the incident, the GB admin declared a 'red alert' as Shia-Sunni tensions escalate.
At least 950 booked for alleged hate speech and other violations in Sindh processions
9th October 2020
by Haider Kaleem
LAHORE
Sindh police has booked at least 950 mourners for allegedly blocking roads and for airing ‘hate speech’ when different Shia...
Shia community appeals govt for action against sectarian strife
September 21st, 2020
By Shaukat Korai; KARACHI; The Shia community warns that Pakistan can quickly fall into a spiral of bloody sectarian strife of previous decades if the government does not act swiftly against elements stoking sectarian hatred against the minority sect.
