Pakistan Fails to Arrest Majority of Suspects in 2023 Anti-Christian Attacks
A year after the Jaranwala violence, most perpetrators remain free, and victims await justice and compensation.
- Over 90% of suspects from the Jaranwala attacks are still at large, with only 380 arrests out of 5,213 accused.
- Trials for the arrested suspects have not yet begun, and many have been released on bail or had charges dropped.
- Approximately 40% of Christian victims have yet to receive promised government compensation for destroyed properties.
- The inadequate response has left the Christian community in fear, with ongoing threats and marginalization.
- Blasphemy laws in Pakistan continue to incite violence and discrimination against minority communities.