Pakistan Calls for Immediate End to Escalating Crackdown on Freedom of Expression, Urges Human Rights Advocacy Organizations.

Pakistan’s government is being urged to halt an escalating crackdown on freedom of expression. The advocacy group ARTICLE 19, which defends freedom of expression and information, has released a statement calling for immediate action. The group highlights concerns over increasing restrictions on media and civil society. The call comes amid rising criticism of the government’s approach to dissent and public discourse.