UN human rights chief calls for transparent probe into May 9 violence

United Nations (UN) High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk called for transparent probe into May 9 violence, ARY News reported.

As per details, UN human rights chief said that it is of deep concern that the rule of law is at serious risk in Pakistan.

He stated that he is alarmed by the recent escalation of violence, and by reports of mass arrests carried out and arrests that may amount to arbitrary detention.

The commission chief called on the authorities to ensure prompt, impartial, transparent investigations into deaths and injuries that occurred during the 9 May protests.

Furthermore, he added that the only path to a safe, secure, prosperous Pakistan is one that is paved with respect for human rights, democratic processes, and the rule of law, with the meaningful and free participation of all sectors of society.

It is important to mention here that violent clashes broke out across Pakistan after former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan was arrested at the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday.

The protests were held in remote and major cities as the party workers are agitated due to their chairman’s arrest, with Balochistan, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Islamabad summoning the armed forces to ensure law and order.

Army installations and Corps Commander’s house in Lahore came under attack during a protest of PTI workers.