HRFP urges fair trial and protection for Amir Masih, his family, and Christian community amid blasphemy allegations
Aug 29, 2026
Amir Masih, son of Emmanuel Masih, was arrested on 11 August 2026, which coincided with Pakistan's National Minority Day. According to the police record, FIR No. 1189/26 was registered at Police Station Nowshera Virkan under Sections 295-A, 295-C and 298 of the Pakistan Penal Code.