The US alarmed over disappearances in Balochistan

Inhuman acts of brutality by the army and intelligence agencies are widespread across Pakistan. However, the incidents of forced disappearances, unlawful detention, torture and killings of Baloch people have shocked everyone. The victims of state terrorism in Balochistan include students, lawyers, doctors, political activists and other members of public who have been asking for justice, equality and freedom. The year 2010 witnessed a sharp rise in the deaths of Baloch missing persons: Around 60 bodies were recovered within an alarmingly short span of 6 months. According to the New York Times, the Obama Administration has expressed 'alarm' over reports that thousands of Baloch political activists have fallen into the hands of Pakistan's police and security forces, and that some may have been tortured or killed. The issue came up in a State Department report to Congress on November 23, 2010.