As tensions between India and Canada continue to escalate after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged that&nbsp;Indian government agents were involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Baloch Human Rights Council of Canada (BHRC) has raised concerns about the&nbsp;inaction over&nbsp;the abduction and alleged murder of exiled Baloch human rights activist Karima Baloch in 2020.

<h2>What happened to Karima Baloch?</h2>

The body of Karima Baloch was found in Toronto in 2020. She had been&nbsp;living in exile for five years due to terrorism charges in Pakistan.

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A vocal critic of the Pakistani military and spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) —&nbsp;collectively dubbed as establishment —Karima Baloch hailed from the region of Balochistan in western Pakistan.

Accusing Trudeau of political maneuvering and overlooking Baloch's death, the BHRC expressed its reservations to the Canadian prime minister and underscored the&nbsp;inconsistencies in the government's response to her mysterious demise.

Karima Baloch Vs Hardeep Singh Nijjar: The difference

The BHRC claimed that there was a "stark contrast" with the Canadian government’s actions on the Khalistani terrorist Nijjar.

It slammed Trudeau’s "conspicuous silence regarding the high-profile, unexplained death of Karima Baloch stands in stark contrast to his impassioned speeches in the House of Commons and extensive media coverage concerning the shooting death of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada".

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/karima-baloch-was-threatened-anonymously-says-friends-of-slain-activist-352022">Karima Baloch was 'threatened anonymously', says friends of slain activist</a>

Michael Rubin, a former Pentagon official and senior fellow at American Enterprise Institute, also slammed Trudeau over&nbsp;Baloch's death.

Rubin said what is striking about Trudeau's "shameless and cynical action" is that while he's making a statement now, the killing of Baloch that was carried out allegedly with Pakistani assistance is a police matter and has not reached higher echelons of power in Ottawa.

Rubin made the remarks during a panel discussion at the Hudson Institute think-tank.

Tensions between India and Canada escalated following Trudeau's explosive allegations, leading to reciprocal diplomatic expulsions.

Nijjar was shot dead in British Columbia on June 18

India has vehemently rejected allegations of its involvement in his death as "absurd" and "motivated."

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As tensions between India and Canada continue to escalate after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged that Indian government agents were involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Baloch Human Rights Council of Canada (BHRC) has raised concerns about the inaction over the abduction and alleged murder of exiled Baloch human rights activist Karima Baloch in 2020.

As tensions between India and Canada continue to escalate after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged that Indian government agents were involved in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Baloch Human Rights Council of Canada (BHRC) has raised concerns about the inaction over the abduction and alleged murder of exiled Baloch human rights activist Karima Baloch in 2020. What happened to Karima Baloch? The body of Karima Baloch was found in Toronto in 2020. She had been living in exile for five years due to terrorism charges in Pakistan. Also watch | Renowned Pak activist Karima Baloch found dead in Toronto × A vocal critic of the Pakistani military and spy agency Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) — collectively dubbed as establishment —Karima Baloch hailed from the region of Balochistan in western Pakistan. Accusing Trudeau of political maneuvering and overlooking Baloch's death, the BHRC expressed its reservations to the Canadian prime minister and underscored the inconsistencies in the government's response to her mysterious demise. Karima Baloch Vs Hardeep Singh Nijjar: The difference The BHRC claimed that there was a "stark contrast" with the Canadian government’s actions on the Khalistani terrorist Nijjar. It slammed Trudeau’s "conspicuous silence regarding the high-profile, unexplained death of Karima Baloch stands in stark contrast to his impassioned speeches in the House of Commons and extensive media coverage concerning the shooting death of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada". Also read | Karima Baloch was 'threatened anonymously', says friends of slain activist Michael Rubin, a former Pentagon official and senior fellow at American Enterprise Institute, also slammed Trudeau over Baloch's death. Rubin said what is striking about Trudeau's "shameless and cynical action" is that while he's making a statement now, the killing of Baloch that was carried out allegedly with Pakistani assistance is a police matter and has not reached higher echelons of power in Ottawa. Rubin made the remarks during a panel discussion at the Hudson Institute think-tank. Tensions between India and Canada escalated following Trudeau's explosive allegations, leading to reciprocal diplomatic expulsions. Nijjar was shot dead in British Columbia on June 18 India has vehemently rejected allegations of its involvement in his death as "absurd" and "motivated." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Justin Trudeau slammed for inaction over Baloch activist's mysterious death

According to reports, the family members of Karima Baloch have accused the Pakistani government of escorting the body of the now-deceased Baloch activist all the way to her hometown.

Tussle over Balochistan activist Karima Baloch's dead body

The Baloch Human Rights Council (BHRC) has demanded the United Nations` intervention to ensure a fair probe into the death of activist Karima Baloch which is shrouded in mystery.

In a letter to the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, BHRC`s Executive President Dr Naseer Dashti has asked UN chief to take cognisance of Karima`s "mysterious death" in Toronto. According to an official release by the BHRC, Guterres was urged to ask the Canadian authorities for conducting a thorough investigation considering the context in which Karima Baloch had fled Pakistan.

"The letter has drawn attention to the ongoing conflict between the Baloch and Pakistani state in which the Pakistani state establishment has responded violently to the genuine demands of the Baloch people to be provided with the rights and opportunities to live a dignified life according to their socio-cultural values," the release said.

The letter has drawn the attention of Guterres towards human rights violations in Balochistan and physical elimination of the Baloch in Pakistan and abroad.

The letter reminded the UN chief that repeated calls by the Baloch political parties and human rights organisations have failed to galvanise international intervention by the United Nations.

Over 50 activists, journalists and intellectuals from all around the world have expressed concern over the mysterious death of exiled Baloch activist Karima Baloch in Toronto and urged Canadian authorities to initiate a "high-level and thorough investigation" in the matter.

In a statement, Justice for Karima Baloch Collective, a collective of activists, journalists academics, intellectuals and concerned citizens, said that Baloch`s "mysterious death is alarming" because it is not the first one this year.

Karima Baloch`s dead body was found in Ontario Lake Toronto harbour front last Monday morning after being missing since Sunday afternoon.

The Baloch Human Rights Council (BHRC) has demanded the United Nations` intervention to ensure a fair probe into the death of activist Karima Baloch which is shrouded in mystery.

The Baloch Human Rights Council (BHRC) has demanded the United Nations` intervention to ensure a fair probe into the death of activist Karima Baloch which is shrouded in mystery. In a letter to the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, BHRC`s Executive President Dr Naseer Dashti has asked UN chief to take cognisance of Karima`s "mysterious death" in Toronto. According to an official release by the BHRC, Guterres was urged to ask the Canadian authorities for conducting a thorough investigation considering the context in which Karima Baloch had fled Pakistan. "The letter has drawn attention to the ongoing conflict between the Baloch and Pakistani state in which the Pakistani state establishment has responded violently to the genuine demands of the Baloch people to be provided with the rights and opportunities to live a dignified life according to their socio-cultural values," the release said. The letter has drawn the attention of Guterres towards human rights violations in Balochistan and physical elimination of the Baloch in Pakistan and abroad. The letter reminded the UN chief that repeated calls by the Baloch political parties and human rights organisations have failed to galvanise international intervention by the United Nations. Over 50 activists, journalists and intellectuals from all around the world have expressed concern over the mysterious death of exiled Baloch activist Karima Baloch in Toronto and urged Canadian authorities to initiate a "high-level and thorough investigation" in the matter. In a statement, Justice for Karima Baloch Collective, a collective of activists, journalists academics, intellectuals and concerned citizens, said that Baloch`s "mysterious death is alarming" because it is not the first one this year. Karima Baloch`s dead body was found in Ontario Lake Toronto harbour front last Monday morning after being missing since Sunday afternoon.

Baloch rights council urges UN to ensure probe into activist's death

On Sunday, she had gone missing and was last seen at approximately 3 pm on the same day. However, now her family has confirmed that Karima's body has been found.

Renowned Pak activist Karima Baloch found dead in Toronto

This year many prominent Baloch activists have been targeted especially those who have fled Pakistan and have been living abroad.

The Baloch diaspora says they are being chased by the ISI.

When the news of the death of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/karima-baloch-dead-how-pakistan-tries-to-crush-dissent-in-balochistan-351663">Karima Baloch</a> came out. An old interview of former Pakistan president General Pervez Musharraf went viral. The ex-Pak president&nbsp;had called for assassinations of Pakistani dissents abroad. Musharraf's successors in Rawalpindi have heeded the call.

Pakistan generals are running a campaign targeted killings of the Baloch diaspora and there's a pattern to prove it&nbsp;with three suspicious deaths this year.

The first case was reported in May. Sajid Hussain, the editor and publisher of Balochistan Times was found dead in Sweden. Hussain was living under self-imposed exile there. His website exposed human rights violations in Balochistan. Hussian was an obvious target for the Pakistani army while an autopsy ruled out foul play, Reporters Without Borders strongly believes Hussain's death followed an abduction at the behest of a Pakistani intelligence agency.

On December 20, two more members of the Baloch diaspora died in Kandahar. Gul Bahar Bugti and his son Murad Ali Bugti. According to the Baloch Republican Party, they were assassinated by Pakistan's "secret agencies".

Party's leader Brahumdagh Bugti said that Baloch refugees were under attack in Afghanistan. Gul Bahar Bugti himself had already lost a son, a grandson and a nephew in previous attacks. Three days later, Karima Baloch has been found dead in Toronto.

The Baloch People's Congress in Canada in no uncertain terms has blamed the ISI for all four deaths. Reports say in 2018, law enforcement agencies of the United States, United Kingdom and Europe sent out a warning for dozens of Pakistani dissident writers, intellectuals and activists living in self-exile. They were advised against travelling back to Pakistan.

With the recent wave of attacks, even foreign lands don't seem too safe for Baloch activists. First, Pakistan went after dissidents at home, now it is attacking them abroad.

This year many prominent Baloch activists have been targeted especially those who have fled Pakistan and have been living abroad. The Baloch diaspora says they are being chased by the ISI.

This year many prominent Baloch activists have been targeted especially those who have fled Pakistan and have been living abroad. The Baloch diaspora says they are being chased by the ISI. When the news of the death of Karima Baloch came out. An old interview of former Pakistan president General Pervez Musharraf went viral. The ex-Pak president had called for assassinations of Pakistani dissents abroad. Musharraf's successors in Rawalpindi have heeded the call. Pakistan generals are running a campaign targeted killings of the Baloch diaspora and there's a pattern to prove it with three suspicious deaths this year. The first case was reported in May. Sajid Hussain, the editor and publisher of Balochistan Times was found dead in Sweden. Hussain was living under self-imposed exile there. His website exposed human rights violations in Balochistan. Hussian was an obvious target for the Pakistani army while an autopsy ruled out foul play, Reporters Without Borders strongly believes Hussain's death followed an abduction at the behest of a Pakistani intelligence agency. On December 20, two more members of the Baloch diaspora died in Kandahar. Gul Bahar Bugti and his son Murad Ali Bugti. According to the Baloch Republican Party, they were assassinated by Pakistan's "secret agencies". Party's leader Brahumdagh Bugti said that Baloch refugees were under attack in Afghanistan. Gul Bahar Bugti himself had already lost a son, a grandson and a nephew in previous attacks. Three days later, Karima Baloch has been found dead in Toronto. The Baloch People's Congress in Canada in no uncertain terms has blamed the ISI for all four deaths. Reports say in 2018, law enforcement agencies of the United States, United Kingdom and Europe sent out a warning for dozens of Pakistani dissident writers, intellectuals and activists living in self-exile. They were advised against travelling back to Pakistan. With the recent wave of attacks, even foreign lands don't seem too safe for Baloch activists. First, Pakistan went after dissidents at home, now it is attacking them abroad.

How Pakistan's intelligence service ISI targets Balouch leaders abroad

&nbsp;Threats, forced disappearances and mass killings - that's how Pakistan tries to crush dissent in Balochistan.

The state-sponsored campaign of oppression has forced many to leave homeland Balochistan even as lakhs of Balochis fled overseas in search of safety.

However, Pakistan seems to have sent its death squads after them. This year has seen a string of mysterious deaths. First, a Baloch journalist was found dead in Sweden, then two deaths took place in Afghanistan and now in Canada another mysterious death has taken place.

It is not a local crime story. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/renowned-activist-karima-baloch-who-once-made-rakhi-appeal-to-brother-pm-modi-found-dead-pakistan-link-suspected-351533">Karima Baloch </a>is the latest victim. She was a vocal critic of Pakistan and its army and openly highlighted the human rights violations in Balochistan and how women from vulnerable groups in Pakistan have been targeted.

Her activism forced her to move to Canada five years ago. She was living on refugee status. Three years ago Karima Baloch made a big claim. She said Canada is giving asylum to members of the Pakistani army. The same army which has been hounding the Baloch people.

On Tuesday, the local police in Toronto found the dead body of Karima Baloch. She had gone missing on Sunday as cops sought public assistance to locate her. Karima Baloch was a public figure and certainly on target of the Pakistani security establishment.

Her criticism of the Canadian government is now going viral on social media and its not without merit.

In an exclusive response, the Toronto police told WION that the investigation is underway. However, they are treating it as a "non-criminal death". They believe there was nothing suspicious about her death even as activists say her family was receiving threats.

According to a report, Karima Baloch recently received anonymous threats. They said "someone would send her a Christmas gift" and "teach her a lesson". In Balochistan, she was seen as a pioneer of women activism which earned her an invitation to a United Nations session in Switzerland where she spoke about the violation of human rights in Balochistan.

In 2014, she became the first woman chairperson of Baloch students organisation Azad, a body that campaigns for the students in Balochistan. Pakistan has tried to paint the group as a terrorist organisation.

In 2013, Islamabad had banned it but it didn't deter Karima Baloch as her following grew. In 2016, she recorded a video message for India's prime minister Narendra Modi asking him to become the voice of the Baloch movement.

In the following years, Karima Baloch campaigned for the freedom of Balochistan from the streets of Canada. In her speeches, she kept calling for India's support. Karima Baloch felt India could play an important role in highlighting the rights violations in Balochistan.

As the world continues to ignore the plight of her people, she pinned her hopes on India now, Karima Baloch is dead and Canada finds nothing suspicious.

Threats, forced disappearances and mass killings - that's how Pakistan tries to crush dissent in Balochistan. The state-sponsored campaign of oppression has forced many to leave homeland Balochistan even as lakhs of Balochis fled overseas in search of safety.

Threats, forced disappearances and mass killings - that's how Pakistan tries to crush dissent in Balochistan. The state-sponsored campaign of oppression has forced many to leave homeland Balochistan even as lakhs of Balochis fled overseas in search of safety. However, Pakistan seems to have sent its death squads after them. This year has seen a string of mysterious deaths. First, a Baloch journalist was found dead in Sweden, then two deaths took place in Afghanistan and now in Canada another mysterious death has taken place. It is not a local crime story. Karima Baloch is the latest victim. She was a vocal critic of Pakistan and its army and openly highlighted the human rights violations in Balochistan and how women from vulnerable groups in Pakistan have been targeted. Her activism forced her to move to Canada five years ago. She was living on refugee status. Three years ago Karima Baloch made a big claim. She said Canada is giving asylum to members of the Pakistani army. The same army which has been hounding the Baloch people. On Tuesday, the local police in Toronto found the dead body of Karima Baloch. She had gone missing on Sunday as cops sought public assistance to locate her. Karima Baloch was a public figure and certainly on target of the Pakistani security establishment. Her criticism of the Canadian government is now going viral on social media and its not without merit. In an exclusive response, the Toronto police told WION that the investigation is underway. However, they are treating it as a "non-criminal death". They believe there was nothing suspicious about her death even as activists say her family was receiving threats. According to a report, Karima Baloch recently received anonymous threats. They said "someone would send her a Christmas gift" and "teach her a lesson". In Balochistan, she was seen as a pioneer of women activism which earned her an invitation to a United Nations session in Switzerland where she spoke about the violation of human rights in Balochistan. In 2014, she became the first woman chairperson of Baloch students organisation Azad, a body that campaigns for the students in Balochistan. Pakistan has tried to paint the group as a terrorist organisation. In 2013, Islamabad had banned it but it didn't deter Karima Baloch as her following grew. In 2016, she recorded a video message for India's prime minister Narendra Modi asking him to become the voice of the Baloch movement. In the following years, Karima Baloch campaigned for the freedom of Balochistan from the streets of Canada. In her speeches, she kept calling for India's support. Karima Baloch felt India could play an important role in highlighting the rights violations in Balochistan. As the world continues to ignore the plight of her people, she pinned her hopes on India now, Karima Baloch is dead and Canada finds nothing suspicious.