Pakistan Sentences Christian to Death for ‘Blasphemous’ TikTok Post
SUMMARY
Ehsan Shan, a young Christian in Pakistan, has been sentenced to death by an anti-terrorism court for allegedly reposting a blasphemous image of a desecrated Quran on social media. This incident is linked to previous mob violence in Jaranwala in August 2023, where accusations of Quran desecration led to the destruction of numerous Christian homes and churches.Shan's sentence includes a 22-year prison term and a fine of one million rupees before his execution. Authorities claim that Shan's actions exacerbated tensions during a period of unrest. However, local Christian community members and rights groups argue that Shan is being unfairly punished while those who committed the violent acts remain uncharged.
