It was with great sadness that we learned of the death of Mr. Sohail Qalandar, a courageous Pakistani journalist who embodied the true spirit of neutrality even when writing about political or culturally sensitive issues. Mr. Qalandar was an example for all aspiring journalists and his loss will be felt by everyone.
Mr. Qalandar was not only an excellent journalist, but a fearless voice of anti-terrorism and anti-Taliban. So courageous was he that this distinguished journalist was kidnapped, held captive, and tortured in 2007. Still, he never relented in his dedication to truth and justice.
On learning of his premature death, members of the journalist community were shocked and saddened.
