Frequently Asked Questions
Have blasphemy cases in Pakistan really fallen?
Reuters reports that registered cases fell to 13 during the relevant portion of 2026, approximately two-thirds below comparable periods. The figure represents a major reported decline but should be supported through published provincial and offence-level data.
Did Asim Munir personally cause the decline?
Reuters attributes the crackdown’s direction to Munir through unnamed government and security sources. The timing supports a possible connection, but the available public evidence does not isolate his role from that of Punjab’s government, police, federal authorities, prosecutors and changing registration practices.
Is criticism of the Reuters story anti-Pakistan?
No. Evidence-based criticism is part of freedom of expression. Racist abuse, sectarian smears and collective allegations against Pakistanis are not legitimate criticism.
Does freedom of speech protect blasphemy accusations and mob mobilisation?
Freedom of expression protects lawful opinion and political criticism. It does not provide immunity for fabricated evidence, death threats, targeted harassment or incitement to violence.
