Hazara genocide

The Hazara genocide refers to repeated, targeted violence against the Hazara ethnic group in Afghanistan, especially during the late 19th and 20th centuries. Hazara people, predominantly Shia Muslims, faced persecution by ruling powers mainly composed of Sunni Muslims, leading to massacres, forced displacement, and oppression. These acts aimed to suppress their cultural identity and secure political dominance. Recognized as a tragic chapter of ethnic violence, it highlights the ongoing struggles and marginalization Hazara communities face in their pursuit of safety, recognition, and equal rights.