Incident Details
Two transgender women were murdered by assailants armed with daggers in , , , highlighting the rising violence against transgender individuals in the region. The attackers fled, and the motive remains unclear.
This incident is part of a troubling trend, with nine other transgender individuals killed in gun attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa since January. Previous attackers have not been brought to justice, leading to community frustration.
Community Response and Context
Farzana Jan, president of the Trans Action rights group, announced a three-day ultimatum for police to arrest the killers, threatening protests if no action is taken. The community demands justice for the recent victims and accountability for past cases.
Transgender people in Pakistan face widespread discrimination, harassment, and violence, including honor killings. Estimates suggest around 75,000 transgender individuals live in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, underscoring the significant yet vulnerable presence of this community.