A Pakistani delegation recently met Dr. Aafia Siddiqui at the Federal Medical Center, Carswell, a U.S. prison facility in Texas. The meeting marked a significant moment in ongoing efforts to address her case, which has long been a source of public and diplomatic concern in Pakistan.
The delegation, including officials from the Pakistani Embassy in Washington, reportedly discussed Dr. Siddiqui’s well-being and conveyed messages of support from her family and the government. Dr. Siddiqui, a Pakistani neuroscientist, has been serving an 86-year sentence in the U.S. following her 2010 conviction on charges of attempted murder of U.S. personnel in Afghanistan. Her case has sparked widespread protests and calls for repatriation in Pakistan, with many viewing her trial as unjust.
According to sources, the meeting aimed to ensure Dr. Siddiqui’s rights and welfare are safeguarded under international law. Pakistani officials reaffirmed their commitment to advocating for her humane treatment and exploring legal avenues for her return to Pakistan.
This visit follows sustained diplomatic engagement by Pakistan over the years. Dr. Siddiqui’s case remains a point of contention in U.S.-Pakistan relations, with her supporters urging the government to intensify efforts for her release.
The delegation’s visit reflects Pakistan’s continued commitment to addressing the issue at both diplomatic and humanitarian levels. However, the path to her potential release or repatriation remains uncertain, requiring complex negotiations and legal considerations between the two nations.
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