Pakistan’s Balochistan province is facing a fresh wave of security tensions, with the Baloch Liberation Army claiming attacks against Pakistani military personnel while Pakistan’s military has reported operations against militants.

The crisis has expanded beyond battlefield clashes. An explosion damaged a major gas transmission pipeline, disrupting supplies to several areas, while seven miners working for a private copper mining company were reportedly abducted by armed men.

Baloch activists have also alleged that Pakistani fighter jets carried out strikes in the Surab region, claiming civilian casualties. These allegations have not been independently verified, while Pakistan’s military has presented a different account of the reported deaths.

Pakistan’s Balochistan Crisis Escalates | Rebel Attacks, Civilian Deaths And Pipeline Blast

Amid worldwide energy crisis due to the ongoing Iran-US war, a natural gas pipeline was blown up in southern Pakistan late on Monday (Mar 30). This incident resulted in suspension of supply to several districts. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack. A spokesman for Sui Southern Gas Company, operating in the region, said that an 18-inch-diameter main gas supply pipeline was blown up by “unknown people on the outskirts of Quetta city, the capital of restive Balochistan province.” Incidentally, the Quetta district borders Afghanistan and Iran. The gas company said that supply was suspended in at least five districts and engineers were working to repair the pipeline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of the video.&nbsp;

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Earlier on Saturday, in Dera Bugti, a gas pipeline near Muhammad Colony in Sui was reportedly damaged in a bomb blast. In Naseerabad, near Dera Murad Jamali, explosions brought down two major electricity transmission towers supplying power to Punjab and damaged several others. In Sibi’s Mall Soriani area, a key electricity transmission line was also reportedly destroyed.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-bharat-s-future-under-unimaginable-threat-baloch-leader-warns-india-about-chinese-troops-in-pakistan-s-balochistan-1767336398462">'Bharat's future': Baloch leader warns India about 'unimaginable' Pakistan threat flags, China troops in Balochistan</a><h3>Coordinated attacks across Balochistan</h3>The series of what may be called coordinated wave of attacks rocked several districts of Balochistan since late Saturday night, ANI reported. The incidents affected areas including Panjgur, Sibi, Mastung, Nushki, Kharan, Quetta, and Dera Bugti. Targets reportedly included highways, infrastructure, Pakistani security personnel, and pro-government armed groups. The unrest reportedly began in Panjgur, where armed fighters targeted individuals believed by locals to be associated with pro-government groups. Similar incidents were subsequently reported in other districts. In Quetta, a Frontier Corps checkpoint near Wali Jet on Sariab Road was attacked, leaving three personnel injured, according to ANI. In a separate incident in Aghbarg, a police checkpost was targeted, injuring one officer. Authorities stated that the attackers fled after an exchange of gunfire.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-defence-minister-says-balochistan-is-too-big-to-control-1770259873794">Pakistan Defence Minister Says Balochistan is "Too Big to Control"</a><h3>Highway blockades and checkpost seizures</h3>In Sibi’s Kat Mandai area, armed individuals allegedly took control of a major highway for over two hours, stopping and checking vehicles. In Mastung’s Kanak region, gunmen reportedly captured a police checkpost, detained officers, seized their weapons, and set a government vehicle on fire. No casualties were reported in that particular incident.Blockades were also set up on the Dhadar-Sorana road, while a similar situation occurred earlier in Surab, where vehicles were intercepted and inspected.

A gas pipeline blast near Quetta disrupted supply across several districts amid a wider wave of coordinated attacks in Balochistan. Incidents targeted infrastructure, security forces, and highways, causing damage to gas lines, railways, and power systems.

Amid worldwide energy crisis due to the ongoing Iran-US war, a natural gas pipeline was blown up in southern Pakistan late on Monday (Mar 30). This incident resulted in suspension of supply to several districts. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack. A spokesman for Sui Southern Gas Company, operating in the region, said that an 18-inch-diameter main gas supply pipeline was blown up by “unknown people on the outskirts of Quetta city, the capital of restive Balochistan province.” Incidentally, the Quetta district borders Afghanistan and Iran. The gas company said that supply was suspended in at least five districts and engineers were working to repair the pipeline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of the video.

A gas pipeline blast near Quetta disrupted supply across several districts amid a wider wave of coordinated attacks in Balochistan. Incidents targeted infrastructure, security forces, and highways, causing damage to gas lines, railways, and power systems.

Gas pipeline blown up by 'unknown people' in Pakistan's Balochistan, supply hit in several districts

The clashes between Pakistan army and Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) which has seen several casualties on both sides in the last one week has prompted Pakistan to think of deploying large numbers of troops in the region. Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Monday said that the province's vast geography, serious security situation and recent surge in attacks requires more force in the region.&nbsp;Asif remarks came amid security forces killing 177 militants after the BLA launched simultaneous attacks at 12 locations in the volatile province.&nbsp;"Balochistan constitutes over 40 per cent of Pakistan geographically...To control it is much more difficult than a populated city, and it needs deployment of massive forces. Our troops are deployed there and are in action against them (terrorists), but they are physically handicapped by guarding and patrolling such a big area," said Asif while addressing the National Assembly.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-willing-to-be-flexible-could-shut-parts-of-nuclear-programme-to-ease-tension-with-us-report-1770092737217">Iran willing to be flexible, could shut parts of nuclear programme to ease tension with US: Report</a>&nbsp;He also pointed towards the nexus between criminals and terrorists, and said that criminal gangs were being backed by Baloch Liberation Army - banned in Pakistan - which harbours and protects smugglers.&nbsp;"In Balochistan, tribal elders, the bureaucracy and those running separatist movements have formed a nexus," he said.&nbsp;He further said that Pakistan was committed to eliminating terrorism and would not allow violence to "dress it up as a freedom movement".&nbsp;"When you try to rationalise violence or dress it up as a freedom movement, it is not acceptable because it is not true. This is a cover to legitimise criminal activities," said Asif.&nbsp;Pakistan has repeatedly accused India and Afghanistan of backing the assailants, alleging that senior BLA leaders were operating from Afghan territory. Both New Delhi and Kabul deny the claims.

Asif pointed towards the nexus between criminals and terrorists, and said that criminal gangs were being backed by Baloch Liberation Army - banned in Pakistan - which harbours and protects smugglers.

The clashes between Pakistan army and Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) which has seen several casualties on both sides in the last one week has prompted Pakistan to think of deploying large numbers of troops in the region. Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Monday said that the province's vast geography, serious security situation and recent surge in attacks requires more force in the region. Asif remarks came amid security forces killing 177 militants after the BLA launched simultaneous attacks at 12 locations in the volatile province. "Balochistan constitutes over 40 per cent of Pakistan geographically...To control it is much more difficult than a populated city, and it needs deployment of massive forces. Our troops are deployed there and are in action against them (terrorists), but they are physically handicapped by guarding and patrolling such a big area," said Asif while addressing the National Assembly. ALSO READ: Iran willing to be flexible, could shut parts of nuclear programme to ease tension with US: Report He also pointed towards the nexus between criminals and terrorists, and said that criminal gangs were being backed by Baloch Liberation Army - banned in Pakistan - which harbours and protects smugglers. "In Balochistan, tribal elders, the bureaucracy and those running separatist movements have formed a nexus," he said. He further said that Pakistan was committed to eliminating terrorism and would not allow violence to "dress it up as a freedom movement". "When you try to rationalise violence or dress it up as a freedom movement, it is not acceptable because it is not true. This is a cover to legitimise criminal activities," said Asif. Pakistan has repeatedly accused India and Afghanistan of backing the assailants, alleging that senior BLA leaders were operating from Afghan territory. Both New Delhi and Kabul deny the claims.

Asif pointed towards the nexus between criminals and terrorists, and said that criminal gangs were being backed by Baloch Liberation Army - banned in Pakistan - which harbours and protects smugglers.

'More troops needed in Balochistan amid serious security situation': Pakistan Defence Minister

Just a day after coordinated suicide bombings and gun assaults in Balochistan killed 33 people, most of them civilians, Pakistan’s long-running insurgency in the region has taken a striking new turn. After coordinated, high-intensity attacks across multiple districts, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has now pushed two women to the centre of its public narrative: Asifa Mengal and Hawa Baloch. With this, there's a shift in how the group is framing its campaign, blending armed violence with symbolism and identity. This comes as Pakistani officials and security forces claimed to have killed 145 ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ militants in less than two days during sweeping counterterrorism raids across Balochistan.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-fitna-al-hindustan-pakistan-claims-killed-145-indian-backed-terrorists-but-offers-no-proof-1770005668700">Pakistan claims killed 145 ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ terrorists, accuses India without offering proof&nbsp;</a><h2>Who is Asifa Mengal? The face of the latest attacks</h2>Asifa Mengal, 24, has been identified by the BLA as one of the female attackers involved in the latest wave of violence. The group claims she was from the Nushki district and the daughter of Mohammad Ismail.Born in October 2002, Asifa reportedly joined the BLA’s elite Majeed Brigade after turning 21. According to the group’s own account, she volunteered last year to become a “fidayee”, committing herself to a suicide mission.The BLA claims Asifa played a key role in the attack on an Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) facility in Nushki. Photographs released by the group show her in militant attire, widely interpreted as an attempt to elevate her into a symbol of resistance.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-uk-ambassador-to-us-peter-mandelson-quits-labour-party-after-compromising-undies-pic-from-epstein-files-goes-viral-1769998928340">Ex-UK envoy seen in compromising undies pic in Epstein files, quits Labour Party</a><h2>Hawa Baloch and the Gwadar front</h2>Alongside Asifa, another woman known as Hawa Baloch, alias Droshum, has emerged as a prominent figure in BLA propaganda. The group claims that she was also a member of the Majeed Brigade and reportedly fought in the Gwadar front during what the group calls Operation Hero Phase II. The BLA has compared her symbolic role to that of Mahsa Amini in Iran, presenting her not just as a fighter but as an ideological figure.Reports circulated by the group suggest she was a writer before joining the armed movement. Her father had previously been involved in the Baloch struggle and was killed in combat years ago. The BLA claims Hawa took part in prolonged clashes near Gwadar, a strategic hub of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Her death has been portrayed as “martyrdom”, with the group insisting the mission was a strategic success despite heavy losses.<h2>Why is BLA pushing women fighters to the forefront?</h2>By placing women in frontline roles, the BLA is breaking with traditional norms of militancy in the region. Analysts say this is a calculated move aimed at increasing psychological pressure on the state and drawing international attention.In videos released by the group, one of the women accuses Pakistan of targeting Baloch families, framing the violence as retaliation rather than aggression. The messaging suggests the BLA is trying to reshape its image from a regional insurgency into a broader ideological movement.

After deadly attacks in Balochistan, the BLA has put two women, Asifa Mengal and Hawa Baloch, at the centre of its propaganda. Who are they? All we know about them.

Just a day after coordinated suicide bombings and gun assaults in Balochistan killed 33 people, most of them civilians, Pakistan’s long-running insurgency in the region has taken a striking new turn. After coordinated, high-intensity attacks across multiple districts, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has now pushed two women to the centre of its public narrative: Asifa Mengal and Hawa Baloch. With this, there's a shift in how the group is framing its campaign, blending armed violence with symbolism and identity. This comes as Pakistani officials and security forces claimed to have killed 145 ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ militants in less than two days during sweeping counterterrorism raids across Balochistan. Also read | Pakistan claims killed 145 ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ terrorists, accuses India without offering proof Who is Asifa Mengal? The face of the latest attacks Asifa Mengal, 24, has been identified by the BLA as one of the female attackers involved in the latest wave of violence. The group claims she was from the Nushki district and the daughter of Mohammad Ismail. Born in October 2002, Asifa reportedly joined the BLA’s elite Majeed Brigade after turning 21. According to the group’s own account, she volunteered last year to become a “fidayee”, committing herself to a suicide mission. The BLA claims Asifa played a key role in the attack on an Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) facility in Nushki. Photographs released by the group show her in militant attire, widely interpreted as an attempt to elevate her into a symbol of resistance. Also read | Ex-UK envoy seen in compromising undies pic in Epstein files, quits Labour Party Hawa Baloch and the Gwadar front Alongside Asifa, another woman known as Hawa Baloch, alias Droshum, has emerged as a prominent figure in BLA propaganda. The group claims that she was also a member of the Majeed Brigade and reportedly fought in the Gwadar front during what the group calls Operation Hero Phase II. The BLA has compared her symbolic role to that of Mahsa Amini in Iran, presenting her not just as a fighter but as an ideological figure. Reports circulated by the group suggest she was a writer before joining the armed movement. Her father had previously been involved in the Baloch struggle and was killed in combat years ago. The BLA claims Hawa took part in prolonged clashes near Gwadar, a strategic hub of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Her death has been portrayed as “martyrdom”, with the group insisting the mission was a strategic success despite heavy losses. Why is BLA pushing women fighters to the forefront? By placing women in frontline roles, the BLA is breaking with traditional norms of militancy in the region. Analysts say this is a calculated move aimed at increasing psychological pressure on the state and drawing international attention. In videos released by the group, one of the women accuses Pakistan of targeting Baloch families, framing the violence as retaliation rather than aggression. The messaging suggests the BLA is trying to reshape its image from a regional insurgency into a broader ideological movement.

After deadly attacks in Balochistan, the BLA has put two women, Asifa Mengal and Hawa Baloch, at the centre of its propaganda. Who are they? All we know about them.

Pakistan's insurgency takes a shocking turn as BLA unveils women attackers; Who are Asifa Mengal and Hawa Baloch?

Pakistani security forces on Sunday (Feb 1) claimed they have killed more than 100 “Indian-backed terrorists” in sweeping counterterrorism operations across Balochistan. However, the nation did not share any proof to back the claim that the "terrorists" had Indian links. These counterterrorism operations come a day after a wave of deadly coordinated suicide and gun attacks left dozens of civilians and security personnel dead.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/former-uk-ambassador-to-us-peter-mandelson-quits-labour-party-after-compromising-undies-pic-from-epstein-files-goes-viral-1769998928340">Ex-UK envoy seen in compromising undies pic in Epstein files, quits Labour Party</a><h2>Major operations after deadly attacks</h2>As per reports, the raids began early Saturday (Jan 31) at multiple locations in the southwestern province of Balochistan, a day after coordinated suicide bombings and gun assaults killed 33 people, most of them civilians.According to provincial authorities, at least 18 civilians, including five women and three children, and 15 members of the security forces were killed during the violence over the past 40 hours.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-200-killed-in-intense-clashes-between-separatists-and-army-in-pakistan-s-balochistan-1769957610746">Over 200 killed as separatists, army clash in Pakistan’s Balochistan</a><h2>Fitna al-Hindustan</h2>Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, as cited by ABC News, told reporters in Quetta that Pakistani troops and police had killed 145 militants belonging to what the government calls “Fitna al-Hindustan”, a term it uses for the allegedly India-backed, banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA).“The bodies of these 145 killed terrorists are in our custody, and some of them are Afghan nationals,” Bugti said, describing the toll as the highest in decades.He claimed the attackers had planned to take hostages and storm government offices in Quetta’s high-security zone, but were stopped before reaching the city centre. “We were aware of their plans, and our forces were prepared,” he said.<h2>Pakistan's unsubstantiated accusations against India and Afghanistan</h2>Bugti repeatedly accused India and Afghanistan of backing the assailants, alleging that senior BLA leaders were operating from Afghan territory. Both New Delhi and Kabul deny the claims.He said Afghanistan’s Taliban had pledged under the 2020 Doha agreement not to allow Afghan soil to be used for attacks on other countries, but argued that “unfortunately, the Afghan soil was still being used against Pakistan.”

Pakistan claims its forces killed over 100 “Indian-backed terrorists” in major operations across Balochistan after deadly attacks that killed 33 people. Officials accused India and Afghanistan of backing the militants, but offered no evidence. Both countries have denied the allegations.

Pakistani security forces on Sunday (Feb 1) claimed they have killed more than 100 “Indian-backed terrorists” in sweeping counterterrorism operations across Balochistan. However, the nation did not share any proof to back the claim that the "terrorists" had Indian links. These counterterrorism operations come a day after a wave of deadly coordinated suicide and gun attacks left dozens of civilians and security personnel dead. Also read | Ex-UK envoy seen in compromising undies pic in Epstein files, quits Labour Party Major operations after deadly attacks As per reports, the raids began early Saturday (Jan 31) at multiple locations in the southwestern province of Balochistan, a day after coordinated suicide bombings and gun assaults killed 33 people, most of them civilians. According to provincial authorities, at least 18 civilians, including five women and three children, and 15 members of the security forces were killed during the violence over the past 40 hours. Also read | Over 200 killed as separatists, army clash in Pakistan’s Balochistan Fitna al-Hindustan Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, as cited by ABC News, told reporters in Quetta that Pakistani troops and police had killed 145 militants belonging to what the government calls “Fitna al-Hindustan”, a term it uses for the allegedly India-backed, banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA). “The bodies of these 145 killed terrorists are in our custody, and some of them are Afghan nationals,” Bugti said, describing the toll as the highest in decades. He claimed the attackers had planned to take hostages and storm government offices in Quetta’s high-security zone, but were stopped before reaching the city centre. “We were aware of their plans, and our forces were prepared,” he said. Pakistan's unsubstantiated accusations against India and Afghanistan Bugti repeatedly accused India and Afghanistan of backing the assailants, alleging that senior BLA leaders were operating from Afghan territory. Both New Delhi and Kabul deny the claims. He said Afghanistan’s Taliban had pledged under the 2020 Doha agreement not to allow Afghan soil to be used for attacks on other countries, but argued that “unfortunately, the Afghan soil was still being used against Pakistan.”

Pakistan claims its forces killed over 100 “Indian-backed terrorists” in major operations across Balochistan after deadly attacks that killed 33 people. Officials accused India and Afghanistan of backing the militants, but offered no evidence. Both countries have denied the allegations.

Pakistan claims killed 145 ‘Fitna al-Hindustan’ terrorists, accuses India without offering proof

At least 20 miners were killed and at least seven injured after armed men stormed a small private coal mine in southwest Pakistan Friday morning (Oct 11). The attack in Balochistan province mainly targeted people from Pashtun-speaking areas of the province.

So far no group has claimed responsibility for the attack but media sources said the blame was likely to fall on the Pakistani Taliban, known as the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan or TTP.

The attackers allegedly fired rockets and threw grenades at the mine as well.

Humayun Khan, the police station house officer for the town, located east of the city of Quetta, said in a statement, “A group of armed men attacked the Junaid Coal company mines in the Duki area in the wee hours using heavy weapons.”

“We have received 20 bodies and six injured so far at the district hospital,” said Johar Khan Shadizai, a doctor in Duki.

Earlier on Monday (Oct 7), militant group Baloch Liberation Army said it had carried out an attack on Chinese nationals.

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Pakistan hosts thousands of Chinese nationals who are employed in various projects being built under Beijing’s multibillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative.

On Wednesday (Oct 9), gunmen in the area opened fire on a vehicle carrying police officers, killing at least two officers and injuring two others.

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The Friday attack came days ahead of a key Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit being held in capital Islamabad next week. Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar is also due to visit the country to hold multilateral summits.

Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, closely linked to Afghanistan’s Taliban, has been outlawed in Pakistan and is believed to be behind a series of deadly attacks across the South Asian country in recent months.

At least 20 miners were killed and at least seven injured after armed men stormed a small private coal mine in southwest Pakistan Friday morning (Oct 11). The attack in Balochistan province mainly targeted people from Pashtun-speaking areas of the province.

At least 20 miners were killed and at least seven injured after armed men stormed a small private coal mine in southwest Pakistan Friday morning (Oct 11). The attack in Balochistan province mainly targeted people from Pashtun-speaking areas of the province. So far no group has claimed responsibility for the attack but media sources said the blame was likely to fall on the Pakistani Taliban, known as the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan or TTP. The attackers allegedly fired rockets and threw grenades at the mine as well. Humayun Khan, the police station house officer for the town, located east of the city of Quetta, said in a statement, “A group of armed men attacked the Junaid Coal company mines in the Duki area in the wee hours using heavy weapons.” “We have received 20 bodies and six injured so far at the district hospital,” said Johar Khan Shadizai, a doctor in Duki. Earlier on Monday (Oct 7), militant group Baloch Liberation Army said it had carried out an attack on Chinese nationals. Also read: Militant attacks in Pak`s Balochistan: Death toll over 70, CM issues strong warning to terrorists Pakistan hosts thousands of Chinese nationals who are employed in various projects being built under Beijing’s multibillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative. On Wednesday (Oct 9), gunmen in the area opened fire on a vehicle carrying police officers, killing at least two officers and injuring two others. Also read: Pakistan Army hit hard as Balochistan separatists kill its 50 members The Friday attack came days ahead of a key Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit being held in capital Islamabad next week. Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar is also due to visit the country to hold multilateral summits. Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, closely linked to Afghanistan’s Taliban, has been outlawed in Pakistan and is believed to be behind a series of deadly attacks across the South Asian country in recent months.

Pakistan: 20 dead as armed men storm private coal mine in Balochistan

The death toll due to militant attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan has climbed to over 70, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Aug 26) citing officials. Separatist militants attacked police stations, railway lines and highways in the province.

The death toll due to militant attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan has climbed to over 70, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Aug 26) citing officials. Separatist militants attacked police stations, railway lines and highways in the province. The most widespread assault by ethnic insurgents in years forms part of a decades-long effort to win the secession of Balochistan, which is home to major China-led projects such as a strategic port and a gold and copper mine. Officials told Reuters the largest of the attacks targeted vehicles from buses to goods trucks on a major highway, killing at least 23 people, with 35 vehicles being set ablaze. "These attacks are a well thought out plan to create anarchy in Pakistan," Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said in a statement, adding that security forces had killed 12 militants in operations after the attacks on Sunday and Monday. Here's a look at the latest updates: > Rail traffic with Quetta was suspended following blasts on a rail bridge linking the provincial capital to the rest of Pakistan, as well as on a rail link to neighbouring Iran, a railways official told Reuters. > Police said they had found six as yet unidentified bodies near the site of the attack on the railway bridge. > Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti also strongly condemned the incident and expressed condolences to the families of those who died in the cowardly act of terrorists. > In a strong warning to the terrorists, Chief Minister Bugti said, "The terrorists and their facilitators will not be able to escape an exemplary end." > Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif vowed that security forces would retaliate and bring those responsible to justice. > Meanwhile, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said, "The terrorists showed brutality by targeting innocent passengers near Musakhail. The terrorists and their facilitators will not be able to escape an exemplary end." > The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) took responsibility in a statement to journalists that claimed many more attacks, including one on a major paramilitary base, though Pakistani authorities have yet to confirm these. > The BLA is the biggest of several ethnic insurgent groups that have battled the central government for decades, saying it unfairly exploits Balochistan's gas and mineral resources. It seeks the expulsion of China and independence for the province. (With inputs from agencies)

Militant attacks in Pak's Balochistan: Death toll over 70, CM issues strong warning to terrorists

Gunmen shot dead nine men after abducting them from a bus in Balochistan province in Pakistan's southwest, a report by the news agency Reuters on Saturday (Apr 13) said. Speaking to Reuters, a police official said that several gunmen intercepted the Iran-bound bus in Noshki district, taking the men with them after determining they were from the eastern province of Punjab.

The victims were shot at close range, the police official added.&nbsp;

According to District Deputy Commissioner Habibullah Musakhail, the bodies of the victims were found beneath a bridge one and a half hours after the attack. No one has claimed responsibility for the killings so far.

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Separatist ethnic Baloch militant groups in the mineral-rich region have been fighting for decades against Pakistan, saying that the country has denied them their share of regional resources.

Friday night's attack in Balochistan came as ethnic Baloch insurgents have previously claimed responsibility for similar killings in the region.&nbsp;

Balochistan is home to the Gwadar seaport being developed by China. The insurgents have also targeted Chinese nationals and their interests.

This attack also comes weeks after five Chinese engineers were killed after a suicide bomber rammed a vehicle into their convoy at Dasu on March 26. China joined the investigation into the suicide attack.

Chinese contractors suspended work on three hydropower projects given security concerns after the attack.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Gunmen shot dead nine men after abducting them from a bus in Balochistan province in Pakistan's southwest, a report by the news agency Reuters on Saturday (Apr 13) said.

Gunmen shot dead nine men after abducting them from a bus in Balochistan province in Pakistan's southwest, a report by the news agency Reuters on Saturday (Apr 13) said. Speaking to Reuters, a police official said that several gunmen intercepted the Iran-bound bus in Noshki district, taking the men with them after determining they were from the eastern province of Punjab. The victims were shot at close range, the police official added. According to District Deputy Commissioner Habibullah Musakhail, the bodies of the victims were found beneath a bridge one and a half hours after the attack. No one has claimed responsibility for the killings so far. Also read | Pakistan's second-biggest naval base in Balochistan attacked by separatist militant group Separatist ethnic Baloch militant groups in the mineral-rich region have been fighting for decades against Pakistan, saying that the country has denied them their share of regional resources. Friday night's attack in Balochistan came as ethnic Baloch insurgents have previously claimed responsibility for similar killings in the region. Balochistan is home to the Gwadar seaport being developed by China. The insurgents have also targeted Chinese nationals and their interests. This attack also comes weeks after five Chinese engineers were killed after a suicide bomber rammed a vehicle into their convoy at Dasu on March 26. China joined the investigation into the suicide attack. Chinese contractors suspended work on three hydropower projects given security concerns after the attack. (With inputs from agencies)

Gunmen kill nine after abducting them in southwestern Pakistan

Did Pakistan kill 10 of its own citizens in its air strike inside Iranian territory, that too women and children? If reports are to be believed, Pakistan's attack on Thursday (Jan 18) inside&nbsp;Iran's south-eastern Sistan-Baluchestan province which borders its western region of Balochistan&nbsp;ended up claiming the lives of 10 Pakistanis, including women and children.

This claim was made by an Iranian provincial official cited in the state-run news agency Irna.

The Pakistan Army fired three UAVs on the Iranian city of Saravan, Irna reported.

WATCH:&nbsp;Iran-Pakistan Tensions: US, UN urge Pakistan, Iran to show restraint

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“In these attacks, four residential houses were destroyed, and around 10 women and children were killed,” said&nbsp;Alireza Marhamati,&nbsp;&nbsp;the deputy security and law enforcement officer of the governor of Sistan and Baluchestan Province.

Marhamati said a probe is being done to find out how the Pakistanis managed to enter and live on the Iranian side of the border.

“The motive behind this attack is under examination, and the results will be announced shortly,” Irna quoted him as saying.

The Pakistani attack was in response to a similar strike on Tuesday (Jan 16) by Iran on the restive Pakistani province of Balochistan. The Iranian strike killed two children, according to Pakistan's account. 
 
Iran&nbsp;said it was targeting Pakistani terrorist group Jaish-al Adl which translates to legions of justice.

The Sunni group seeks an independent state of Balochistan and operates in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran.

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There's a sense that the Pakistani military-intelligence establishment was caught napping when Iran hit inside its borders.

Pakistan's response was also not coherent. While the army brass huddled and conducted a retaliatory strike, the political leadership has been more mellow in their response.

Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi, speaking to WION, described the assault as a 'sad' incident. 
 
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Pakistan interestingly called it an "airspace violation by Iran" which caused the deaths of two children.

After launching the attack on Iranian territory, Islamad also called Iran a 'brotherly neighbour'. 
 
"Iran is a brotherly country and the people of Pakistan have great respect and affection for the Iranian people. We have always emphasised dialogue and cooperation in confronting common challenges including the menace of terrorism and will continue to endeavour to find joint solutions," said a government statement.

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The Iranian strikes inside Pakistan came after similar assaults by it on Syria and Iraq, where also it targeted Sunni militants and the Islamic State terror group. 
 
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The attacks came in the wake of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, adding yet another dimension to the simmering tensions in the Middle East. 
 
Iran retaliated after the dastardly twin suicide bombings earlier this month targeting an event marking the death anniversary of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani. That attack in Kerman, the south-eastern city of Iran, killed at least 88 people and injured&nbsp;240 others. 
 
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Did Pakistan kill 10 of its own citizens in its air strike inside Iranian territory, that too women and children? If reports are to be believed, Pakistan's attack on Thursday (Jan 18) inside Iran's south-eastern Sistan-Baluchestan province which borders its western region of Balochistan ended up claiming the lives of 10 Pakistanis, including women and children.

Did Pakistan kill 10 of its own citizens in its air strike inside Iranian territory, that too women and children? If reports are to be believed, Pakistan's attack on Thursday (Jan 18) inside Iran's south-eastern Sistan-Baluchestan province which borders its western region of Balochistan ended up claiming the lives of 10 Pakistanis, including women and children. This claim was made by an Iranian provincial official cited in the state-run news agency Irna. The Pakistan Army fired three UAVs on the Iranian city of Saravan, Irna reported. WATCH: Iran-Pakistan Tensions: US, UN urge Pakistan, Iran to show restraint × “In these attacks, four residential houses were destroyed, and around 10 women and children were killed,” said Alireza Marhamati, the deputy security and law enforcement officer of the governor of Sistan and Baluchestan Province. Marhamati said a probe is being done to find out how the Pakistanis managed to enter and live on the Iranian side of the border. “The motive behind this attack is under examination, and the results will be announced shortly,” Irna quoted him as saying. The Pakistani attack was in response to a similar strike on Tuesday (Jan 16) by Iran on the restive Pakistani province of Balochistan. The Iranian strike killed two children, according to Pakistan's account. Iran said it was targeting Pakistani terrorist group Jaish-al Adl which translates to legions of justice. The Sunni group seeks an independent state of Balochistan and operates in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran. Pakistan's different voices in reaction to Iran attack There's a sense that the Pakistani military-intelligence establishment was caught napping when Iran hit inside its borders. Pakistan's response was also not coherent. While the army brass huddled and conducted a retaliatory strike, the political leadership has been more mellow in their response. Caretaker Information Minister Murtaza Solangi, speaking to WION, described the assault as a 'sad' incident. Also read: Exclusive: Pakistan calls airspace violation by Iran ‘sad incident’, says ‘have taken measures’ Pakistan interestingly called it an "airspace violation by Iran" which caused the deaths of two children. After launching the attack on Iranian territory, Islamad also called Iran a 'brotherly neighbour'. "Iran is a brotherly country and the people of Pakistan have great respect and affection for the Iranian people. We have always emphasised dialogue and cooperation in confronting common challenges including the menace of terrorism and will continue to endeavour to find joint solutions," said a government statement. Pakistan vs Iran: Another addition to Middle East crisis The Iranian strikes inside Pakistan came after similar assaults by it on Syria and Iraq, where also it targeted Sunni militants and the Islamic State terror group. Also read: Pakistan calls Iran a 'brotherly neighbour' hours after launching airstrikes that killed 9 The attacks came in the wake of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, adding yet another dimension to the simmering tensions in the Middle East. Iran retaliated after the dastardly twin suicide bombings earlier this month targeting an event marking the death anniversary of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani. That attack in Kerman, the south-eastern city of Iran, killed at least 88 people and injured 240 others. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan killed 10 of its own citizens in strike on Iranian territory: Reports

In a rare move, Pakistan's foreign office on Thursday summoned the Iranian envoy to Islamabad,&nbsp;Mohammad Ali Hosseini, in the wake of Wednesday's attack on Pakistani security personnel from across the Iranian border in Balochistan.&nbsp;Sources at Pakistan's foreign office confirmed the development adding that Ambassador of Iran was called to the office on Thursday&nbsp;to express Pakistan’s grave concern over the terrorist attack from inside the Iranian territory in which four Pakistani security personnel were killed.

Sources further added that the Ambassador was conveyed Pakistan’s expectation that the Government of Iran would swiftly bring the perpetrators of the terrorist attack to justice and to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

Extending hand of cooperation, the Iranian ambassador was also told that Pakistan remains committed to work with Iran in combatting the common threat posed by the menace of terrorism, sources added.

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During a weekly press briefing today, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said, "Pakistan strongly condemns the terrorist attack from across the Iran border."

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) , militants used Iranian soil to "target a convoy of security forces patrolling along the border" on Wednesday. Following the attack, Iran had been asked to hunt down the terrorists on their side, the ISPR had said.

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Baloch asserted on Thursday, "Terrorists used the territory of Iran [to conduct the attack]. We hope that Iran would take an action against the responsible factors."

The Iranian Embassy in Islamabad on Thursday condemned the terrorist attack in Pakistan’s Balochistan province that left four security personnel dead earlier in the week.

The embassy in a statement said that terrorism is a common problem facing Iran and Pakistan, with both neighbouring countries being victim of that "evil phenomenon."

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In a rare move, Pakistan's foreign office on Thursday summoned the Iranian envoy to Islamabad, Mohammad Ali Hosseini, in the wake of Wednesday's attack on Pakistani security personnel from across the Iranian border in Balochistan.

In a rare move, Pakistan's foreign office on Thursday summoned the Iranian envoy to Islamabad, Mohammad Ali Hosseini, in the wake of Wednesday's attack on Pakistani security personnel from across the Iranian border in Balochistan. Sources at Pakistan's foreign office confirmed the development adding that Ambassador of Iran was called to the office on Thursday to express Pakistan’s grave concern over the terrorist attack from inside the Iranian territory in which four Pakistani security personnel were killed. Sources further added that the Ambassador was conveyed Pakistan’s expectation that the Government of Iran would swiftly bring the perpetrators of the terrorist attack to justice and to prevent recurrence of such incidents. Extending hand of cooperation, the Iranian ambassador was also told that Pakistan remains committed to work with Iran in combatting the common threat posed by the menace of terrorism, sources added. ALSO READ | Iran Revolutionary Guard intel officer among 19 killed in gun battle near Afghan-Pakistan border During a weekly press briefing today, Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said, "Pakistan strongly condemns the terrorist attack from across the Iran border." According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) , militants used Iranian soil to "target a convoy of security forces patrolling along the border" on Wednesday. Following the attack, Iran had been asked to hunt down the terrorists on their side, the ISPR had said. ALSO WATCH | Gravitas: TTP ends ceasefire, warns Pakistan of nation-wide attacks × Baloch asserted on Thursday, "Terrorists used the territory of Iran [to conduct the attack]. We hope that Iran would take an action against the responsible factors." The Iranian Embassy in Islamabad on Thursday condemned the terrorist attack in Pakistan’s Balochistan province that left four security personnel dead earlier in the week. The embassy in a statement said that terrorism is a common problem facing Iran and Pakistan, with both neighbouring countries being victim of that "evil phenomenon." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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China is reportedly pressurising Pakistan to let it construct military outposts for its citizens working in Pakistan, in the wake of recent terrorist attacks against the Chinese nationals in the country.

There are thousands of Chinese personnel working in Pakistan on a host of projects being carried out under the aegis of the Belt and Road Initiative’s (BRI) China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects in Karachi, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan.

This comes a month after a woman suicide bomber from the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) militant group struck a van on the Karachi University premises, killing three Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver.

According to News18, which has cited sources from Islamabad, China has for long been demanding security for its citizens.&nbsp;They are looking at places that were earlier used or under the influence of the US during the Cold War and the war on terror.

The sources further claimed that China is trying to persuade Pakistan by promising to roll over debts accruing from the CPEC projects—which the cash-strapped Islamabad had been seeking for long due to the economic crisis.

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Pakistan’s all-weather ally China has been facing increasing backlash, especially by the BLA, in the restive Balochistan.

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Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, is home to a long-running violent insurgency. Baloch insurgent groups have previously carried out several attacks targeting the USD 60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects.

The ambitious $60 billion CPEC is a 3,000-km long route of infrastructure projects connecting China’s northwest Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and the Gwadar Port in the western Pakistan province of Balochistan.

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India has protested to China over the CPEC as it is being laid through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

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China is reportedly pressurising Pakistan to let it construct military outposts for its citizens working in Pakistan, in the wake of recent terrorist attacks against the Chinese nationals in the country.

China is reportedly pressurising Pakistan to let it construct military outposts for its citizens working in Pakistan, in the wake of recent terrorist attacks against the Chinese nationals in the country. There are thousands of Chinese personnel working in Pakistan on a host of projects being carried out under the aegis of the Belt and Road Initiative’s (BRI) China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects in Karachi, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan. This comes a month after a woman suicide bomber from the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) militant group struck a van on the Karachi University premises, killing three Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver. According to News18, which has cited sources from Islamabad, China has for long been demanding security for its citizens. They are looking at places that were earlier used or under the influence of the US during the Cold War and the war on terror. The sources further claimed that China is trying to persuade Pakistan by promising to roll over debts accruing from the CPEC projects—which the cash-strapped Islamabad had been seeking for long due to the economic crisis. Watch | Three Chinese nationals among Four killed in Karachi University blast Pakistan’s all-weather ally China has been facing increasing backlash, especially by the BLA, in the restive Balochistan. Also read | Pangong bridge: China building it in occupied territory, says India Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, is home to a long-running violent insurgency. Baloch insurgent groups have previously carried out several attacks targeting the USD 60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects. The ambitious $60 billion CPEC is a 3,000-km long route of infrastructure projects connecting China’s northwest Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and the Gwadar Port in the western Pakistan province of Balochistan. Also read | Woman suicide bomber who killed 3 Chinese was a student at Karachi University India has protested to China over the CPEC as it is being laid through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

China looking to construct military outposts in Pakistan: Report

Disclaimer:&nbsp;WION does not endorse terrorism or any other kind of violence. As a responsible media organisation, WION gives priority to reporting facts without glorifying any perpetrators or the heinous acts done by any individual or group.

Pakistan was rocked by a suicide bombing that killed four outside Karachi University.&nbsp;Three Chinese tutors and their Pakistani driver died in a targeted suicide bombing at varsity’s Confucius Institute on Tuesday afternoon.

The blast carried out by the Majeed Brigade of separatist Balochistan Liberation Army sent shockwaves as this was the first suicide bombing by a woman from the militant organisation.

Days later, her identity was revealed to be Shari Baloch, a secondary school teacher in her native Kech district.

Who is Shari Baloch?

According to Afghan journalist Bashir Ahmad Gwakh, Shari Baloch was a 30-year-old woman who had a Master's degree in Zoology and pursued MPhil in education while teaching at a school.

Her husband is a dentist, while her father was a registrar at the University of Turbat recently and remained part of the district ombudsman's team for at least three years.

He has also served as Director to the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA).&nbsp;

She is survived by two kids —eight-year-old Mahrosh and four-year-old Meer Hassan—as per reports.

According to reports, the family is well educated and had no connection with any armed groups.

One brother is a tehsildar -- a grade 16 officer and another brother works at the district court. One of her uncles is a retired professor, an author and a rights activist. Two of her cousins are doctors.

As a student, Shaari had remained a member of the Baloch students' organisation and was aware of the Baloch genocide and occupation of Balochistan.

The involvement of Shari, an educated woman, in the attack has sent alarm bells ringing.&nbsp;

History of Baloch resistance

Balochistan has long sought independence from Pakistan and has been against China’s multi-billion-dollar One Belt One Road (OBOR) project, which seems to have been the reason behind the targeted attacks on the Chinese citizens in Pakistan.

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The BLA, operating out of Balochistan, has been leading a low-level insurgency against Islamabad, and the Pakistani establishment has retaliated with a brutal crackdown on activists, often on the basis of suspicion, thus drawing international condemnation.&nbsp;

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Disclaimer: As a responsible media organisation, WION takes utmost priority in reporting facts without glorifying any perpetrator or the heinous acts done by any separatist/ terrorist organisation.

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Disclaimer: WION does not endorse terrorism or any other kind of violence. As a responsible media organisation, WION gives priority to reporting facts without glorifying any perpetrators or the heinous acts done by any individual or group.

Disclaimer: WION does not endorse terrorism or any other kind of violence. As a responsible media organisation, WION gives priority to reporting facts without glorifying any perpetrators or the heinous acts done by any individual or group. Pakistan was rocked by a suicide bombing that killed four outside Karachi University. Three Chinese tutors and their Pakistani driver died in a targeted suicide bombing at varsity’s Confucius Institute on Tuesday afternoon. The blast carried out by the Majeed Brigade of separatist Balochistan Liberation Army sent shockwaves as this was the first suicide bombing by a woman from the militant organisation. Days later, her identity was revealed to be Shari Baloch, a secondary school teacher in her native Kech district. Who is Shari Baloch? According to Afghan journalist Bashir Ahmad Gwakh, Shari Baloch was a 30-year-old woman who had a Master's degree in Zoology and pursued MPhil in education while teaching at a school. Her husband is a dentist, while her father was a registrar at the University of Turbat recently and remained part of the district ombudsman's team for at least three years. He has also served as Director to the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA). She is survived by two kids —eight-year-old Mahrosh and four-year-old Meer Hassan—as per reports. According to reports, the family is well educated and had no connection with any armed groups. One brother is a tehsildar -- a grade 16 officer and another brother works at the district court. One of her uncles is a retired professor, an author and a rights activist. Two of her cousins are doctors. As a student, Shaari had remained a member of the Baloch students' organisation and was aware of the Baloch genocide and occupation of Balochistan. The involvement of Shari, an educated woman, in the attack has sent alarm bells ringing. History of Baloch resistance Balochistan has long sought independence from Pakistan and has been against China’s multi-billion-dollar One Belt One Road (OBOR) project, which seems to have been the reason behind the targeted attacks on the Chinese citizens in Pakistan. Also read | ‘Blood should not be shed in vain’: China seeks strong action in Pakistan suicide attack The BLA, operating out of Balochistan, has been leading a low-level insurgency against Islamabad, and the Pakistani establishment has retaliated with a brutal crackdown on activists, often on the basis of suspicion, thus drawing international condemnation. Also read | Baloch group claims Pak suicide blast carried out by woman that killed 3 Chinese Disclaimer: As a responsible media organisation, WION takes utmost priority in reporting facts without glorifying any perpetrator or the heinous acts done by any separatist/ terrorist organisation. Watch | Who is Shari Baloch? The woman suicide bomber in Pak (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Shari Baloch? The woman suicide bomber who attacked Pakistan’s Karachi University

As many as 14 people were injured in an explosion during a football match on Tuesday in a town located in Pakistan`s Balochistan.

"As many as 14 people watching the football match got injured in the blast that rocked the industrial (Hub) town," Tariq Elahi Mastoi, a district police officer said, The Express Tribune reported.

"Fortunately, no football player was injured in the blast," the officer said.

The local police informed that unidentified miscreants planted an improvised explosive device (IED) next to the wall of the football ground which exploded during a match.

Police have registered a case has been against the unidentified persons. So far, no terror outfit has taken the responsibility for the blast.

There has been an increase in violence in Balochistan, with several incidents being reported last year, Dawn reported.&nbsp;

As many as 14 people were injured in an explosion during a football match on Tuesday in a town located in Pakistan`s Balochistan. "As many as 14 people watching the football match got injured in the blast that rocked the industrial (Hub) town," Tariq Elahi Mastoi, a district police officer said, The Express Tribune reported.

As many as 14 people were injured in an explosion during a football match on Tuesday in a town located in Pakistan`s Balochistan. "As many as 14 people watching the football match got injured in the blast that rocked the industrial (Hub) town," Tariq Elahi Mastoi, a district police officer said, The Express Tribune reported. "Fortunately, no football player was injured in the blast," the officer said. The local police informed that unidentified miscreants planted an improvised explosive device (IED) next to the wall of the football ground which exploded during a match. Police have registered a case has been against the unidentified persons. So far, no terror outfit has taken the responsibility for the blast. There has been an increase in violence in Balochistan, with several incidents being reported last year, Dawn reported.

14 injured in explosion during football match in Pak's Balochistan

Pakistan's restive Balochistan province saw 2,886 terrorist attacks and 3,184 related deaths in the last decade, according to a media report.

From 2010 to 2015, 2,049 people died in 1,701 militant attacks in the southwestern province, SAMAA TV reported. From 2016 to 2020, 1,135 people were killed in 1,185 terror attacks.

Among the 3,184 terror-related deaths in the last decade, 2,058 were civilians and 1,126 were security personnel, the news channel reported.

The numbers come in the backdrop of last week's brutal killing of 11 Shia Hazara coal miners by Islamic State terrorists in the province's mountainous Machh area.

The Shia Hazara community, who live in the border areas of Balochistan and Afghanistan, are the main targets of sectarian violence in the province as they are easily identifiable due to their distinctive physical appearance. Sunni militants consider them as heretics.

The targeted killing of the coal miners drew worldwide condemnation, including reproach from the offices of United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and United Nations General Assembly President Volkan Bozkir.

The families of the deceased coal miners had initially refused to bury the bodies till the militants were arrested. They ended their protest on Saturday last after Prime Minister Imran Khan promised to visit them.

Khan visited them on Saturday, saying the entire nation stands with them. The prime minister said his mission was to unite the people of the country, and the Muslim world at large.

Balochistan Home Minister Mir Ziaullah Langau on Monday said a large-scale operation would be launched against militants in the province.

''The operation will be extended till every terrorist is eliminated. Terrorists want to divide us on the basis of sectarianism and language. The people have thwarted every attempt of the terrorists in the past and will keep doing so in the future as well," Langau said, after chairing a high-level meeting in the aftermath of the killing of the coal miners, The Express Tribune reported.

The minister said the terrorists and their facilitators would be identified and eliminated.

However, critics of the Pakistan government said security forces may be given additional power during the anti-terror operation, leading to the harassment of innocent locals and the poor.

Pakistan's restive Balochistan province saw 2,886 terrorist attacks and 3,184 related deaths in the last decade, according to a media report. From 2010 to 2015, 2,049 people died in 1,701 militant attacks in the southwestern province, SAMAA TV reported.

Pakistan's restive Balochistan province saw 2,886 terrorist attacks and 3,184 related deaths in the last decade, according to a media report. From 2010 to 2015, 2,049 people died in 1,701 militant attacks in the southwestern province, SAMAA TV reported. From 2016 to 2020, 1,135 people were killed in 1,185 terror attacks. Among the 3,184 terror-related deaths in the last decade, 2,058 were civilians and 1,126 were security personnel, the news channel reported. The numbers come in the backdrop of last week's brutal killing of 11 Shia Hazara coal miners by Islamic State terrorists in the province's mountainous Machh area. The Shia Hazara community, who live in the border areas of Balochistan and Afghanistan, are the main targets of sectarian violence in the province as they are easily identifiable due to their distinctive physical appearance. Sunni militants consider them as heretics. The targeted killing of the coal miners drew worldwide condemnation, including reproach from the offices of United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and United Nations General Assembly President Volkan Bozkir. The families of the deceased coal miners had initially refused to bury the bodies till the militants were arrested. They ended their protest on Saturday last after Prime Minister Imran Khan promised to visit them. Khan visited them on Saturday, saying the entire nation stands with them. The prime minister said his mission was to unite the people of the country, and the Muslim world at large. Balochistan Home Minister Mir Ziaullah Langau on Monday said a large-scale operation would be launched against militants in the province. ''The operation will be extended till every terrorist is eliminated. Terrorists want to divide us on the basis of sectarianism and language. The people have thwarted every attempt of the terrorists in the past and will keep doing so in the future as well," Langau said, after chairing a high-level meeting in the aftermath of the killing of the coal miners, The Express Tribune reported. The minister said the terrorists and their facilitators would be identified and eliminated. However, critics of the Pakistan government said security forces may be given additional power during the anti-terror operation, leading to the harassment of innocent locals and the poor.

Pakistan's Balochistan saw 2,886 terror attacks and 3,184 related deaths in last decade: Report

Pakistani Hazara families of the victims, who were killed by unidentified men at the Mach coalfield, refused to bury their loved ones and continued their sit-in on the western bypass of Balochistan with the victims` bodies demanding the Balochistan government to either arrest the killers or resign.

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"No male member is alive in our family who could bury my elder brother and four other relatives," Dawn quoted Masooma Yaqoob Ali, a student of the third year who lost five members of her family in the tragedy.

Among her five siblings, her brother was the only son of her parents and the sole breadwinner of the family, Yaqoob Ali added.

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"We have staged a sit-in for the protection of the Hazara people who have been facing such killings since long and have become fed up with the situation," Dawn quoted Syed Agha Raza, Balochistan Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen (MWM) President.

The bodies would not be buried until demands of the community are not fulfilled, Agha Raza said. Demanding the government`s resignation, Agha Raza said the Balochistan government had repeatedly failed to protect the people of the Hazara community.

"We will continue the sit-in till the resignation of the provincial government," Agha Raza said, adding that a judicial commission comprising retired and sitting judges of the apex court should be appointed for conducting a judicial inquiry into the incident.

Islamic&nbsp;State had claimed responsibility for an attack on Sunday that killed 11 miners from Pakistan’s minority Shi’ite Hazaras in Baluchistan province.

The attack took place early on Sunday morning in the Mach area of Bolan district around 100 kms southeast of Baluchistan's capital Quetta, killing the miners who were in a shared residential room near the coal mine where they worked, officials said.

As per the Geo News, police said the armed men took the coal miners to nearby mountains and opened fire. Eleven were confirmed dead by police while others injured were reported to be in critical condition.

Pakistani Hazara families of the victims, who were killed by unidentified men at the Mach coalfield, refused to bury their loved ones and continued their sit-in on the western bypass of Balochistan with the victims` bodies demanding the Balochistan government to either arrest the killers or resign.

Pakistani Hazara families of the victims, who were killed by unidentified men at the Mach coalfield, refused to bury their loved ones and continued their sit-in on the western bypass of Balochistan with the victims` bodies demanding the Balochistan government to either arrest the killers or resign. "No male member is alive in our family who could bury my elder brother and four other relatives," Dawn quoted Masooma Yaqoob Ali, a student of the third year who lost five members of her family in the tragedy. Among her five siblings, her brother was the only son of her parents and the sole breadwinner of the family, Yaqoob Ali added. Also read-Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on Pakistan's Shi'ite Hazara "We have staged a sit-in for the protection of the Hazara people who have been facing such killings since long and have become fed up with the situation," Dawn quoted Syed Agha Raza, Balochistan Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen (MWM) President. The bodies would not be buried until demands of the community are not fulfilled, Agha Raza said. Demanding the government`s resignation, Agha Raza said the Balochistan government had repeatedly failed to protect the people of the Hazara community. "We will continue the sit-in till the resignation of the provincial government," Agha Raza said, adding that a judicial commission comprising retired and sitting judges of the apex court should be appointed for conducting a judicial inquiry into the incident. Islamic State had claimed responsibility for an attack on Sunday that killed 11 miners from Pakistan’s minority Shi’ite Hazaras in Baluchistan province. The attack took place early on Sunday morning in the Mach area of Bolan district around 100 kms southeast of Baluchistan's capital Quetta, killing the miners who were in a shared residential room near the coal mine where they worked, officials said. As per the Geo News, police said the armed men took the coal miners to nearby mountains and opened fire. Eleven were confirmed dead by police while others injured were reported to be in critical condition.

Pakistani Hazara families refuse to bury Mach massacre victims

At least 14&nbsp;people were killed after militants attacked a convoy of oil and gas workers escorted by paramilitary troops in the southwestern Pakistani province of Balochistan.&nbsp;

The convoy the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) was on a coastal highway on its way to the southern city of Karachi when it was ambushed.

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The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, said the OGDCL workers were able to survive the attack, but 14 security personnel, including seven soldiers and seven private security guards, lost their lives.&nbsp;

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It also said that the militants also sustained major losses in the exchange of fire from the security personnel.

"They were waiting for the convoy. Despite the FC (Frontier Corps) and security guards losing their lives, the other FC personnel managed to safely get the convoy away from the spot near Oramara," a top police official said, as quoted by news agency PTI.&nbsp;

Mineral-rich Balochistan has seen decades-long unrest as many people want the province to secede from the country because of the resource exploitation in the region.&nbsp;

Pakistan has seen two major attacks in the 24 hours with the earlier one killing six soldiers in the country's northwest late on Wednesday.&nbsp;

At least 14 people were killed after militants attacked a convoy of oil and gas workers escorted by paramilitary troops in the southwestern Pakistani province of Balochistan.

At least 14 people were killed after militants attacked a convoy of oil and gas workers escorted by paramilitary troops in the southwestern Pakistani province of Balochistan. The convoy the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) was on a coastal highway on its way to the southern city of Karachi when it was ambushed. Also read | At least six killed in attack on Pakistan oil workers: Officials The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan Army, said the OGDCL workers were able to survive the attack, but 14 security personnel, including seven soldiers and seven private security guards, lost their lives. Also read | Nationwide protests in Pakistan tell the story of fall of Imran Khan It also said that the militants also sustained major losses in the exchange of fire from the security personnel. "They were waiting for the convoy. Despite the FC (Frontier Corps) and security guards losing their lives, the other FC personnel managed to safely get the convoy away from the spot near Oramara," a top police official said, as quoted by news agency PTI. Mineral-rich Balochistan has seen decades-long unrest as many people want the province to secede from the country because of the resource exploitation in the region. Pakistan has seen two major attacks in the 24 hours with the earlier one killing six soldiers in the country's northwest late on Wednesday.

Convoy ambush kills 14 security personnel as Pakistan sees two attacks in 24 hours

In 2016, Pakistan was accused of dumping nearly one thousand dead bodies of activists and other Balochis.

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Chairman of Baloch National Movement (BNM), Khalil Baloch, has said in a statement that the multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is part of China's global Belt and Road project under which Beijing is working in Balochistan to achieve its strategic goals.

"CPEC project has been portrayed as an economic project by Pakistani parliamentary parties, including the National Party, who have secured financial incentives by supporting Pakistan and China. The National Party has fully supported the federal government of Pakistan in negotiating to sell Balochistan to China under Nawaz Sharif's government. Today, the time has proved that Pakistan has mortgaged most of Balochistan, including Gwadar to China in order to maintain its occupation and crush the Baloch independence movement." said Khalil Baloch.

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He added, "This is an enigma of our national survival and the conspiracies are exposed to separate the Baloch coast from us in the coming years."

Khalil Baloch said since the day the Baloch leadership has continuously notified the world that China is rapidly building a naval base on the Baloch coast and in the future, Jwani and Gwadar will be important bases of the Chinese navy.

"Sadly, the world powers have either ignored the Baloch national voice or they have compromised with China for their short-term economic interests," he further said.

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The CPEC project will have far-reaching political and military consequences for the region and its impact will be the same for all other countries in the region, including Balochistan.

"Today, China is swiftly shifting the balance of power in the region. This is not only a catastrophic move for Balochistan but other countries in the region will not be spared of its effects. India will be directly affected by Chinese influence in the Indian Ocean and Chinese military presence near the Strait of Hormuz could lead to war in the region," said the Baloch nationalist leader.

He said that China is gaining ground in Balochistan and becoming a new colonial power in the region.

"Thousands of Chinese are already in different areas of Balochistan, including Gwadar and Saindak to complete the CPEC and Saindak projects," he said.

"The Forbes journal has revealed Chinese military compound in Gwadar by affirming our position that, China is strengthening its military bases at an important strategic location like Gwadar under the shadow of economic projects. Several large military bases are being built. In future, the Chinese invasion of the entire Baloch coast will be the most significant concern for the Baloch national existence and identity after the occupation of Pakistan," he said.

Khalil Baloch said that the Baloch have suffered immensely from the resistance against the 'imperialist' CPEC project.

"Many villages have been destroyed and Pakistan army has done aerial bombardment on the route of the CPEC project. Thousands of families are forced to migrate and live in different areas. Many people have been killed and detained in torture cells. These brutalities are continued on a daily basis in Balochistan," he said in a statement.

Khalil Baloch said that the world powers should realise that the Chinese expansionist ambitions and military presence in Balochistan will not only affect the Baloch, rather, it will affect the countries of the region, including India, in particular, and across the world.

"Chinese imperialist ambitions are not limited to Balochistan, but the Belt and Road Initiative is a global project that has apparently divided the world. An important part of the Belt and Road Initiative consists of Gwadar port and CPEC. Balochistan will continue to resist all imperialist plans, including CPEC," he stated.

"Balochistan has paid a huge price by opposing these projects and we will not hesitate to defend our land in the future. But this war must be fought by the entire civilised world, including the countries of the region. We have made it clear multiple times that the Baloch are willing to unite with any power in line with their national interests against China's imperialist ambitions," added the Baloch leader.

He said, "We believe that further silence will bring destruction to the entire region, including Balochistan."

 
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Chairman of Baloch National Movement (BNM), Khalil Baloch, has said in a statement that the multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is part of China's global Belt and Road project under which Beijing is working in Balochistan to achieve its strategic goals.

Chairman of Baloch National Movement (BNM), Khalil Baloch, has said in a statement that the multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is part of China's global Belt and Road project under which Beijing is working in Balochistan to achieve its strategic goals. "CPEC project has been portrayed as an economic project by Pakistani parliamentary parties, including the National Party, who have secured financial incentives by supporting Pakistan and China. The National Party has fully supported the federal government of Pakistan in negotiating to sell Balochistan to China under Nawaz Sharif's government. Today, the time has proved that Pakistan has mortgaged most of Balochistan, including Gwadar to China in order to maintain its occupation and crush the Baloch independence movement." said Khalil Baloch. Also read| COVID-19: Pak minister warns 1.2 million cases by July end; total infected cases cross 142,000 He added, "This is an enigma of our national survival and the conspiracies are exposed to separate the Baloch coast from us in the coming years." Khalil Baloch said since the day the Baloch leadership has continuously notified the world that China is rapidly building a naval base on the Baloch coast and in the future, Jwani and Gwadar will be important bases of the Chinese navy. "Sadly, the world powers have either ignored the Baloch national voice or they have compromised with China for their short-term economic interests," he further said. Also Read| Imran Khan's relationship with Army on the rocks amid COVID-19 outbreak The CPEC project will have far-reaching political and military consequences for the region and its impact will be the same for all other countries in the region, including Balochistan. "Today, China is swiftly shifting the balance of power in the region. This is not only a catastrophic move for Balochistan but other countries in the region will not be spared of its effects. India will be directly affected by Chinese influence in the Indian Ocean and Chinese military presence near the Strait of Hormuz could lead to war in the region," said the Baloch nationalist leader. He said that China is gaining ground in Balochistan and becoming a new colonial power in the region. "Thousands of Chinese are already in different areas of Balochistan, including Gwadar and Saindak to complete the CPEC and Saindak projects," he said. "The Forbes journal has revealed Chinese military compound in Gwadar by affirming our position that, China is strengthening its military bases at an important strategic location like Gwadar under the shadow of economic projects. Several large military bases are being built. In future, the Chinese invasion of the entire Baloch coast will be the most significant concern for the Baloch national existence and identity after the occupation of Pakistan," he said. Khalil Baloch said that the Baloch have suffered immensely from the resistance against the 'imperialist' CPEC project. "Many villages have been destroyed and Pakistan army has done aerial bombardment on the route of the CPEC project. Thousands of families are forced to migrate and live in different areas. Many people have been killed and detained in torture cells. These brutalities are continued on a daily basis in Balochistan," he said in a statement. Khalil Baloch said that the world powers should realise that the Chinese expansionist ambitions and military presence in Balochistan will not only affect the Baloch, rather, it will affect the countries of the region, including India, in particular, and across the world. "Chinese imperialist ambitions are not limited to Balochistan, but the Belt and Road Initiative is a global project that has apparently divided the world. An important part of the Belt and Road Initiative consists of Gwadar port and CPEC. Balochistan will continue to resist all imperialist plans, including CPEC," he stated. "Balochistan has paid a huge price by opposing these projects and we will not hesitate to defend our land in the future. But this war must be fought by the entire civilised world, including the countries of the region. We have made it clear multiple times that the Baloch are willing to unite with any power in line with their national interests against China's imperialist ambitions," added the Baloch leader. He said, "We believe that further silence will bring destruction to the entire region, including Balochistan."

BNM chief slams China for its imperialist ambitions in Balochistan

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West Bengal went to polls braving violence.

Isolated incidents of violence, road blockades, bombings and police firing marred the second phase of polling at a few place in the three Lok Sabha constituencies in West Bengal with 76 per cent of voter turnout till 6pm on Thursday, officials said.

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In a blow to Pakistan, India on Thursday called off trade between J&amp;K and POK(Pakistan Occupied Kashmir) along the line of control(LoC).

The ministry of home affairs letter, procured by WION and dated April 18, 2019, said the trade is being misused by the Pakistan-based elements for funnelling illegal weapons, narcotics and fake currency and called for a "stricter regulatory regime".

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The Ministry of Home Affairs has asked another Bangladeshi actor Ghazi Abdul Noor to leave India immediately for taking part in a political rally in West Bengal, news agencies reported on Thursday.&nbsp;

As per reports, Noor attended a political rally in Dumdum, West Bengal. His visa had also expired.&nbsp;

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A Baluch insurgent group on Thursday claimed responsibility for killing 14 people in southwest Pakistan, it said in a statement emailed to reporters and newspaper offices.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will visit Russia in late April for his first meeting with President Vladimir Putin, Moscow said Thursday.

"Following an invitation from Vladimir Putin... Kim Jong Un will visit Russia in the second half of April," the Kremlin said in a statement on its website.

Lok Sabha polls 2019 live: EVM glitches delay voting in Tamil Nadu, 61% turnout recorded till 6 pm West Bengal went to polls braving violence. Isolated incidents of violence, road blockades, bombings and police firing marred the second phase of polling at a few place in the three Lok Sabha constituencies in West Bengal with 76 per cent of voter turnout till 6pm on Thursday, officials said.

Lok Sabha polls 2019 live: EVM glitches delay voting in Tamil Nadu, 61% turnout recorded till 6 pm West Bengal went to polls braving violence. Isolated incidents of violence, road blockades, bombings and police firing marred the second phase of polling at a few place in the three Lok Sabha constituencies in West Bengal with 76 per cent of voter turnout till 6pm on Thursday, officials said. Government of India suspends LoC trade with Pakistan, says route being misused In a blow to Pakistan, India on Thursday called off trade between J&K and POK(Pakistan Occupied Kashmir) along the line of control(LoC). The ministry of home affairs letter, procured by WION and dated April 18, 2019, said the trade is being misused by the Pakistan-based elements for funnelling illegal weapons, narcotics and fake currency and called for a "stricter regulatory regime". Another Bangladeshi actor asked to leave India for participating in political rally in West Bengal: MHA The Ministry of Home Affairs has asked another Bangladeshi actor Ghazi Abdul Noor to leave India immediately for taking part in a political rally in West Bengal, news agencies reported on Thursday. As per reports, Noor attended a political rally in Dumdum, West Bengal. His visa had also expired. Local insurgent group claims responsibility for Balochistan bus attack A Baluch insurgent group on Thursday claimed responsibility for killing 14 people in southwest Pakistan, it said in a statement emailed to reporters and newspaper offices. North Korea's Kim to meet Putin in Russia in late April North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will visit Russia in late April for his first meeting with President Vladimir Putin, Moscow said Thursday. "Following an invitation from Vladimir Putin... Kim Jong Un will visit Russia in the second half of April," the Kremlin said in a statement on its website.

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A Baluch insurgent group on Thursday claimed responsibility for killing 14 people in southwest Pakistan, it said in a statement emailed to reporters and newspaper offices. Watch video to know more.

Balochistan attack: 15-20 assailants involved in attack

A militant attack on a police training academy in Pakistan&#39;s western city of Quetta has left at least 61&nbsp;people dead, international news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;

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Pakistan on Tuesday mourned the killing of the people in&nbsp;the deadliest attack on a security installation in the country`s history.&nbsp;

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The home minister of Balochistan province, Sarfaraz Bugti, said the attack &ndash; which began last night at 11.30 pm local time on Monday&nbsp;&ndash; was carried out by three militants&nbsp;and not six as was previously estimated by the&nbsp;Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

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Bugti said two of the three gunmen blew themselves up to avoid being captured and that the third militant was killed in a gunfight with Pakistani security forces.

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Bugti had previously pegged the death toll at 44,&nbsp;but rescue officials updated the figure to at least 59.

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The attackers are believed to have been affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi Al Almi militant group, an offshoot of the Pakistani Taliban,&nbsp;senior Pakistan Army officer Sher Afghan told the Pakistani newspaper Dawn.

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The militants had communicated with handlers in Afghanistan and had taken instructions from them, he added.

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The attackers stormed the front gate of the Balochistan Police College, gunning down a policeman manning the only entrance to the academy.

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There were some 700 police cadets on campus when the attack began.

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Most of the&nbsp;injured, some of whom are in critical condition, have been admitted to three diferent hospitals in Quetta &mdash;&nbsp;Civil Hospital, Bolan Medical College Hospital, and Military Hospital.

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Bugti said a Frontier Corps official and a captain were among the injured.

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&quot;Security forces, including the Frontier Corps and the Pakistan Army light brigade, have cleared 95 per cent of the college area,&quot; Bugti said, when asked about the combing operation that got under way after the gunmen were dead.

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Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif strongly condemned the attack on the training centre and directed provincial and federal authorities to crack down on the perpetrators.

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The police training centre&nbsp;is considered one of the most sensitive areas of Quetta, the capital city of Balochistan province. It has previously come&nbsp;under attack in 2006&nbsp;and 2008. In 2006,&nbsp;attackers had fired rockets into the college courtyard.

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Meanwhile, the United States also extended its condolences. &quot;We stand with the people of Pakistan and government of Pakistan at this difficult hour, and we will continue to work with our partners in Pakistan and across the region to combat the threat of terrorism,&quot; State Department spokesperson John Kirby said.

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(WION with inputs from agencies)

Two of the attackers reportedly blew themselves up to avoid being captured, the third was killed in a gun battle with security forces

A militant attack on a police training academy in Pakistan's western city of Quetta has left at least 61 people dead, international news agency AFP reported. Pakistan on Tuesday mourned the killing of the people in the deadliest attack on a security installation in the country`s history. The home minister of Balochistan province, Sarfaraz Bugti, said the attack – which began last night at 11.30 pm local time on Monday – was carried out by three militants and not six as was previously estimated by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). Bugti said two of the three gunmen blew themselves up to avoid being captured and that the third militant was killed in a gunfight with Pakistani security forces. Bugti had previously pegged the death toll at 44, but rescue officials updated the figure to at least 59. The attackers are believed to have been affiliated to the Lashkar-e-Jhangvi Al Almi militant group, an offshoot of the Pakistani Taliban, senior Pakistan Army officer Sher Afghan told the Pakistani newspaper Dawn. The militants had communicated with handlers in Afghanistan and had taken instructions from them, he added. The attackers stormed the front gate of the Balochistan Police College, gunning down a policeman manning the only entrance to the academy. There were some 700 police cadets on campus when the attack began. Most of the injured, some of whom are in critical condition, have been admitted to three diferent hospitals in Quetta — Civil Hospital, Bolan Medical College Hospital, and Military Hospital. Bugti said a Frontier Corps official and a captain were among the injured. "Security forces, including the Frontier Corps and the Pakistan Army light brigade, have cleared 95 per cent of the college area," Bugti said, when asked about the combing operation that got under way after the gunmen were dead. Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif strongly condemned the attack on the training centre and directed provincial and federal authorities to crack down on the perpetrators. The police training centre is considered one of the most sensitive areas of Quetta, the capital city of Balochistan province. It has previously come under attack in 2006 and 2008. In 2006, attackers had fired rockets into the college courtyard. Meanwhile, the United States also extended its condolences. "We stand with the people of Pakistan and government of Pakistan at this difficult hour, and we will continue to work with our partners in Pakistan and across the region to combat the threat of terrorism," State Department spokesperson John Kirby said. (WION with inputs from agencies)

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