Journalists Under Attack

Journalists Under Attack highlights incidents of violence, threats, and intimidation against journalists, news organizations, and press clubs. This section sheds light on the risks media professionals face, their resilience, and the broader impact on press freedom. Viewer discretion is advised, as some images may be graphic.

Armed men attack and injure BOL News analyst Asad Kharal

Armed men attack and injure BOL News analyst Asad Kharal

 Published 7 years ago:  BOL News analyst Asad Kharal was attacked and injured by armed men in Lahore, raising concerns over media safety in Pakistan.

Aamir Liaquat attacked reportedly by PPP workers

Aamir Liaquat attacked reportedly by PPP workers

 Published 7 years ago:  Aamir Liaquat attacked by PPP workers at a police station, sparking outrage among PTI supporters and raising safety concerns.

What police did to a Mashriq TV journalist is simply shameful

What police did to a Mashriq TV journalist is simply shameful

 Published 8 years ago:  Shehzad Afridi, a journalist with Mashriq TV, was tortured and arrested by police in Peshawar for filming a scene of police checks on smugglers.

DawnNews reporter beaten up, detained allegedly by councilor

DawnNews reporter beaten up, detained allegedly by councilor

 Published 8 years ago:  DawnNews reporter Bilal Sheikh was beaten and detained by a councilor in Sheikhupura while covering a sewerage project involving substandard materials.

Minister's men beat up journalist in Zhob

Minister's men beat up journalist in Zhob

 Published 8 years ago:  A journalist in Zhob was assaulted by supporters of Agriculture Minister Jaffar Khan Mandokhail amid allegations of corruption reporting.

Armed men attempt to break into Geo presenter Saleem Safi's home

Armed men attempt to break into Geo presenter Saleem Safi's home

 Published 8 years ago:  An armed break-in attempt at Saleem Safi's home in Islamabad injured a security guard and led to the attackers fleeing with stolen ammunition.

Doctor threatens TNN journalist

Doctor threatens TNN journalist

 Published 8 years ago:  TNN journalist Anwar Shah receives threats from Dr. Kaleem Shah after reporting on unethical practices by lady doctors in government hospitals.

Security forces abduct two journalists in Sindh

Security forces abduct two journalists in Sindh

 Published 8 years ago:  Security forces in Sindh have abducted two journalists on false charges, prompting calls for their immediate release by Reporters Without Borders.

Ombudsperson's staff 'attack and harass' Matiullah Jan and crew

Ombudsperson's staff 'attack and harass' Matiullah Jan and crew

 Published 8 years ago:  Matiullah Jan and his team were attacked and harassed by Ombudsperson Kashmala Tariq's staff, raising serious concerns about press freedom.

Capital TV reporter injured in alleged attack by PML-N MPA and accomplices

Capital TV reporter injured in alleged attack by PML-N MPA and accomplices

 Published 8 years ago:  Iftikhar Bhatti, a Capital TV reporter, was injured in an attack allegedly led by PML-N MPA Mian Naveed over his reports on corruption.

Death threats to Khabrain chief editor, police register FIR against banned outfit

Death threats to Khabrain chief editor, police register FIR against banned outfit

 Published 8 years ago:  Zia Shahid, Chief Editor of Daily Khabrain, receives death threats, prompting police to file an FIR against Jamaat ul Ahrar for the threats.

Sahibzada Bahauddin: Out of the frying pan into the fire

Sahibzada Bahauddin: Out of the frying pan into the fire

 Published 8 years ago:  Sahibzada Bahauddin recounts the harrowing journey of displaced journalists and the economic struggles faced by their families in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Express Tribune journalist picked up, questioned by men in plain clothes

Express Tribune journalist picked up, questioned by men in plain clothes

 Published 8 years ago:  A journalist from The Express Tribune was detained by plainclothes men at Karachi University and interrogated, raising concerns for press freedom.

Haji Pajir Gul: I will quit journalism only when I die

Haji Pajir Gul: I will quit journalism only when I die

 Published 8 years ago:  Haji Pajir Gul, a journalist displaced by conflict in North Waziristan, vows to continue his profession despite immense challenges and losses.

Abu Zar Afridi: Threats, kidnapping bid, and bombing, he faced all

Abu Zar Afridi: Threats, kidnapping bid, and bombing, he faced all

 Published 8 years ago:  Abu Zar Afridi, a journalist from FATA, endured threats, abduction attempts, and a bomb blast, highlighting the dangers faced by reporters.

Taliban to Adnan Bhitani: 'Keep your coffin and grave ready'

Taliban to Adnan Bhitani: 'Keep your coffin and grave ready'

 Published 8 years ago:  Freelance journalist Adnan Bhitani faces deadly threats from the Taliban due to his reporting in militant-affected areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

It is a miracle I am still alive: Anwar Shakir

It is a miracle I am still alive: Anwar Shakir

 Published 8 years ago:  Anwar Shakir, a displaced journalist from South Waziristan, shares his harrowing experiences and struggles after surviving multiple attacks.

Journalist Taha Siddiqui beaten up by armed men, escapes abduction bid

Journalist Taha Siddiqui beaten up by armed men, escapes abduction bid

 Published 8 years ago:  Journalist Taha Siddiqui narrowly escaped an armed abduction attempt while traveling to Islamabad airport, raising concerns over press safety.

Drunken cops beat up media workers in Sukkur

Drunken cops beat up media workers in Sukkur

 Published 8 years ago:  A sit-in by journalists in Sukkur followed the beating of media workers by drunken police officials, prompting an inquiry from the Sindh Home Minister.

Channel 24 journalist among 37 injured in terrorist attack in Peshawar

Channel 24 journalist among 37 injured in terrorist attack in Peshawar

 Published 8 years ago:  A Channel 24 journalist was among 37 injured in a terrorist attack at Peshawar's Agricultural University, with nine fatalities reported.

Number of press clubs shut down in Balochistan rises to 12

Number of press clubs shut down in Balochistan rises to 12

 Published 8 years ago:  The recent closure of three more press clubs in Balochistan due to militant threats has increased the total to 12, highlighting media safety concerns.

Another five press clubs forced to cease activities in Balochistan

Another five press clubs forced to cease activities in Balochistan

 Published 8 years ago:  Press clubs in Balochistan shut down due to threats from militants, highlighting worsening press freedom in the region.

Four press clubs in Balochistan closed down after threats from militants

Four press clubs in Balochistan closed down after threats from militants

 Published 8 years ago:  Militant threats prompt the closure of four press clubs in Balochistan, highlighting serious media safety concerns in the region.

Armed men beat up Daily Qudrat employee in Quetta, newspapers burnt

Armed men beat up Daily Qudrat employee in Quetta, newspapers burnt

 Published 8 years ago:  In Quetta, armed men attacked a Daily Qudrat employee and set newspapers on fire, highlighting increased threats to media in Balochistan.

Journalist Ahmed Noorani attacked in Islamabad, suffers injuries

Journalist Ahmed Noorani attacked in Islamabad, suffers injuries

 Published 8 years ago:  Senior journalist Ahmed Noorani was attacked in Islamabad, suffering serious injuries from unidentified assailants, raising concerns about press safety.

Gunmen intercept newspaper-carrying van in Awaran, burn cargo

Gunmen intercept newspaper-carrying van in Awaran, burn cargo

 Published 8 years ago:  Unidentified gunmen in Awaran attacked a van transporting newspapers, burning its cargo and threatening further violence against media.

Newspaper distribution agency attacked in Turbat, several injured

Newspaper distribution agency attacked in Turbat, several injured

 Published 8 years ago:  A grenade attack on a newspaper distribution agency in Turbat injured several individuals amidst rising threats to media personnel in Balochistan.

Grenade attack on Hub Press Club

Grenade attack on Hub Press Club

 Published 8 years ago:  A grenade attack at the Hub Press Club in Balochistan resulted in no injuries or damage, as claimed by the Baloch Liberation Front.