Peshawar, Pakistan — More than a decade after one of the deadliest attacks ever carried out against Pakistan’s Christian community, survivors and families of victims of the 2013 All Saints Church bombing continue to fight for justice, recognition, and adequate support.

On September 22, 2013, twin suicide bombers targeted worshippers outside All Saints Church in Peshawar shortly after a Sunday service. The devastating attack claimed the lives of nearly 100 Christians and left more than 150 others injured, shattering families and traumatizing an entire community.

Today, nearly thirteen years later, many survivors say government assistance has arrived too late and remains insufficient to address the immense suffering caused by the attack. Recent compensation payments distributed by provincial authorities have reignited discussions about accountability and the long-term neglect experienced by victims’ families.

Among those affected are widows who lost their husbands, children who grew up without parents, and survivors still carrying physical and emotional scars from the tragedy. Many families were forced to struggle through years of financial hardship while waiting for meaningful support.

One survivor explained that the attack not only stole loved ones but also destroyed educational and career opportunities for many young Christians. Several children of victims were compelled to abandon their dreams in order to support their families after losing their primary breadwinners.

Community leaders and human rights advocates argue that financial compensation, while welcome, cannot replace the years of neglect and delayed action experienced by those affected. They continue to call for stronger protections for religious minorities, greater accountability for acts of terrorism, and long-term support programs for victims of religiously motivated violence.

The All Saints Church bombing remains a painful symbol of the dangers faced by Pakistan’s Christian minority. Despite repeated promises of reform and protection, many believers continue to live with concerns about discrimination, security, and equal access to justice.

For the families who lost loved ones on that tragic September day, the passage of time has not healed every wound. Their message remains clear: justice delayed is justice denied.

Justice For The Oppressed Statement

Justice For The Oppressed stands in solidarity with the survivors and families affected by the All Saints Church massacre. We call upon authorities to ensure that victims of religious persecution and terrorism receive timely support, fair treatment, and lasting justice. No family should have to wait more than a decade for recognition of its suffering.

As we remember the victims of the Peshawar church bombing, we also renew our commitment to advocating for the rights, dignity, and protection of persecuted Christians throughout Pakistan and around the world.