Targeted Attack Claims Lives of Hazara Community Members in Quetta, Pakistan
2 Hazara minority community members killed in Pakistan's Balochistan
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Two members of the Shia Muslim Hazara minority community were shot dead in Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan, while traveling to a local market. The attack, carried out by unidentified gunmen, injured three others and sparked protests from the community, highlighting ongoing sectarian violence against the Hazaras.
- 01Two Hazara men were killed in a targeted shooting in Quetta, Balochistan.
- 02The attack occurred as they traveled to a market for vegetables.
- 03Three additional individuals were injured in the incident.
- 04The Hazara community protested by blocking a major road following the attack.
- 05Hazaras have faced ongoing sectarian violence, making them frequent targets.
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On April 13, 2023, two members of the Shia Muslim Hazara minority community were shot dead in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province, Pakistan. The attack occurred when unidentified gunmen on motorcycles opened fire on their vehicle as they were en route to Hazarganjh market to buy vegetables for their businesses. Alongside the fatalities, three others were injured in the shooting, which police have labeled a targeted killing. In response to the violence, the Hazara community blocked the Western Bypass, leading to significant traffic disruptions. Historically, the Hazara community has been subjected to sectarian violence, with previous attacks resulting in numerous casualties, including a 2019 bombing that killed at least 20 individuals in the same market. The community's distinct physical appearance makes them easily identifiable, contributing to their vulnerability to such attacks.
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The attack has reignited fears within the Hazara community regarding their safety and security in Balochistan, prompting protests and calls for better protection.
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