Asad Ali Toor is a Pakistani journalist and youtuber who is known for his critical reporting and analysis of the country’s political and social issues. He has become famous for his independent and honest journalism. Asad Ali Toor has worked with a number of news channels and has a YouTube channel, where he discusses a variety of topics like politics, human rights, and social justice.
Career
Asad Ali Toor has regularly highlighted concerns about journalistic freedom and freedom of speech in Pakistan, and as a result of his work he has faced many legal hurdles and threats. His reporting has covered topics like political developments, societal issues, and government policies. He has a significant social media following.
Asad Ali was also held captive, assaulted, and ambushed by unidentified men inside his Islamabad flat on the evening of May 25, 2021. The Interior Minister, Sheikh Rasheed, claims that the Nadra, FIA, and police are looking into the situation and are close to finding the suspect.
In response to the attack many journalists’ organisations protested outside the National Press Club.
Journalist unions, media groups, and media professionals like Hamid Mir supported Toor.