FIA launches probe into disappearance of 12 youths in Iran

LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th Jul, 2026) The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has launched an investigation into the alleged disappearance of 12 Pakistani youths in Iran after registering cases through its Anti-Human Trafficking Circle Lahore.

According to an FIA Lahore Zone spokesperson, special investigation teams have been constituted and raids are being conducted at various locations to arrest the suspects allegedly involved in sending the youths abroad on the pretext of facilitating their travel to Italy.

The spokesperson said all available resources are being utilised to arrest the accused and trace the missing youths.

He added that the FIA is also coordinating with the relevant authorities abroad to ascertain the whereabouts of the missing youths and ensure their safe recovery.