Let Aafia Go Home
18 February 2010 From Khaleej Times by: Aijaz Zaka Syed Reading all those legal thrillers by John Grisham and watching Hollywood blockbusters that portray innocent individuals framed and ensnared by a powerful system, one always thought: Of course, these things do not happen
Haqqani responsible for Aafia conviction
Article orginally published here. The NEWS LAHORE: (Monday, February 15, 2010) Dr. Fauzia Siddiqi has held Hussain Haqqani, Pakistan’s ambassador to Washington, responsible for spoiling the case of Dr. Aafia Siddiqi in the U.S. court. Addressing a press conference along with Tehrik-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan
Condolences to Ms. Elaine Sharp and her family
We would like to extend our deep condolences to Ms. Elaine Whitfield Sharp over the death of her beloved husband, Dan Sharp who passed away on Feb 13, 2010. Elaine was one of the lawyers working on Aafia’s case and
Guilty verdict of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui enrages Pakistan
February 14, 2010 Was the politics of fear and paranoia the real victor? By Ridwan Shaikh Al-Jazeerah & ccun.org The verdict of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui was never in doubt. The Manhattan jury finding her guilty on two counts, of attempted murder and armed assault.
Aafia, pray for us…
Editorial comment published in Nawa-e-Waqt February 10, 2010
A Heartfelt Thank You to All Supporters and Friends
The family of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui wish to thank all supporters, family, friends and media for standing by us during the trial of Aafia and in our continuing ordeal. We are once again humbled and grateful at the number of
Is she a victim of the U.S. or is she 'Terror Mom'?
February 3, 2010 By Alex Rodriguez Originally published here. Aafia Siddiqui is awaiting a verdict after her trial in the U.S. on attempted murder charges. Many in Pakistan consider her a hero and a victim of persecution. Reporting from Islamabad, Pakistan - Depending on
US, India, Israel again in action
Originally published here The NATION By SIKANDER SHAHEEN ISLAMABAD – The coming together of the US, Israel, and India, in an unholy alliance to tighten the noose around a Muslim lady reflects the new realities of global power politics. The prejudiced decision against Dr Aafia
Aafia speaks out about her ordeal in U.S. custody
Originally published here. NEW YORK – Dr. Aafia Siddiqui spoke directly to her jurors in a US court on Thursday when the Pakistani neuroscientist took the stand and rejected as “ridiculous” the charge that she grabbed a M-4 rifle to kill US