Chinese citizens in Balochistan's Gwadar port have been warned by the politically significant 'Haq Do Tehreeq' outfit (Gwadar Rights Movement) to leave by Thursday (December 22).

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The Balochistan Assembly has passed a resolution to make DNA tests mandatory for the issuance of national ID cards in Pakistan.&nbsp;According to ARY News, the resolution – seeking DNA test mandatory for the issuance of a Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) – was tabled by Parliamentary Secretary Bushra Rand.

The resolution was introduced by Balochistan Awami Party’s during the session presided by acting Speaker Sardar Babar Khan Musakhail.

It was adopted unanimously, with members agreeing that the resolution will help ensure strict security in the country.

The resolution stated that not having a database of DNA with National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) creates difficulties in identifying criminals. It claimed that DNA-based ID cards are essential to track anti-social elements.

MPA Bushra of the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP), who presented the motion during the session, urged the state government to request the federal government to introduce mandatory DNA tests for the CNIC.

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The house adopted the resolution without any opposition.

The CNIC card is vital to vote, access government benefits including public schools and healthcare, open a bank account or apply for jobs.

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Each card has a 13-digit unique ID, containing photograph&nbsp;of the person, their signature, and a microchip that contains their iris scans and fingerprints.

Yet millions in Pakistan are still without a CNIC. According to Trust for Democratic Education and Accountability, a non-profit organization, almost 2.6 million women in the bordering Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province do not have National ID cards.

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The situation is the same in other provinces and highlights how women are being deprived of equal identification in public life, reports to Daily Times newspaper.

In 2020, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) conducted a worrisome survey about the status of women.&nbsp;It highlighted the prevalent gender disparity and sociocultural norms that place restrictions on women due to which they do not possess or are unable to possess national ID cards.

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The Balochistan Assembly has passed a resolution to make DNA tests mandatory for the issuance of national ID cards in Pakistan. According to ARY News, the resolution – seeking DNA test mandatory for the issuance of a Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) – was tabled by Parliamentary Secretary Bushra Rand.

The Balochistan Assembly has passed a resolution to make DNA tests mandatory for the issuance of national ID cards in Pakistan. According to ARY News, the resolution – seeking DNA test mandatory for the issuance of a Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) – was tabled by Parliamentary Secretary Bushra Rand. The resolution was introduced by Balochistan Awami Party’s during the session presided by acting Speaker Sardar Babar Khan Musakhail. It was adopted unanimously, with members agreeing that the resolution will help ensure strict security in the country. The resolution stated that not having a database of DNA with National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) creates difficulties in identifying criminals. It claimed that DNA-based ID cards are essential to track anti-social elements. MPA Bushra of the Balochistan Awami Party (BAP), who presented the motion during the session, urged the state government to request the federal government to introduce mandatory DNA tests for the CNIC. Pakistan eyes to amend 1952 Army Act in a bid to retain officials The house adopted the resolution without any opposition. The CNIC card is vital to vote, access government benefits including public schools and healthcare, open a bank account or apply for jobs. Also read | Businessman says Toshakhana gifts given to ex-PM Imran Khan sold to him Each card has a 13-digit unique ID, containing photograph of the person, their signature, and a microchip that contains their iris scans and fingerprints. Yet millions in Pakistan are still without a CNIC. According to Trust for Democratic Education and Accountability, a non-profit organization, almost 2.6 million women in the bordering Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province do not have National ID cards. Also read | Pakistan, Taliban clash after Afghan trader kills guard at border The situation is the same in other provinces and highlights how women are being deprived of equal identification in public life, reports to Daily Times newspaper. In 2020, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) conducted a worrisome survey about the status of women. It highlighted the prevalent gender disparity and sociocultural norms that place restrictions on women due to which they do not possess or are unable to possess national ID cards. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Pakistan: Balochistan Assembly passes resolution to make DNA test mandatory for national ID cards

Pakistan's devastating floods have suspended railway operations in the Sindh and Balochistan provinces. Thousands of porters and vendors who derived their income from trains are struggling to make ends meet. Mariam Wardak gets you a report.

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A helicopter carrying six Pakistan Army officials crashed in the country's southwestern region of Harnai, Balochistan. All six officials aboard, including two majors were killed in the accident, according to Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

A helicopter carrying six Pakistan Army officials crashed in the country's southwestern region of Harnai, Balochistan. All six officials aboard, including two majors were killed in the accident, according to Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). “All six personnel on board, including two pilots, have embraced shahadat,” said ISPR, the media wing of the army. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took to Twitter to share his condolences and said the nation stood with the families of the bereaved. "The heart is deeply saddened by the martyrdom of six army personnel including two pilots in the accident of Pakistan Army helicopter in Harnai Balochistan. We pray to allah almighty to give the martyrs a place in Jannat al-Firdous and give patience to their families.The entire nation shares the grief of the bereaved families," tweeted the Pakistan PM. ہرنائی بلوچستان میں پاک فوج کے ہیلی کاپٹر کے حادثے میں 2 پائلٹس سمیت 6 فوجی اہلکاروں کی شہادت پر دل شدید دکھی اور رنجیدہ ہے۔اللہ تعالی سے دعا ہے کہ وہ شہداء کو جنت الفردوس میں جگہ عطا فرمائے اور ان کے لواحقین کو صبر جمیل دے۔ پوری قوم غمزدہ خاندانوں کے دکھ میں شریک ہے۔ — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) September 26, 2022 × Read more: Pakistan PM to appoint next Army chief in November, says Defence Minister Asif The helicopter crashed during a 'flying mission' but so far no reason has been given as to what caused it. The mishap took place at the district of Hernai which lies about 150 kilometres north of the capital city Quetta of the Balochistan province. This is the second time that a Pakistan military aircraft has crashed in the last couple of months. In August, a helicopter carrying six Pakistan Army officials lost contact with the air traffic control in the Lasbela district of Balochistan. WATCH | Chopper with six Pakistan army personnel crashes in Balochistan: Report × A day later, the wreckage was discovered, with none of the passengers surviving the crash. At the time, the Pakistan Army attributed the crash to bad weather. The opposition leaders including Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's (PTI) Fawad Chaudhry have demanded an 'engineering evaluation' of the helicopters. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Pakistan Army helicopter crashes in Balochistan, killing all six on board

Floods in Pakistan have killed over 1,600 people. It also caused damage worth around $30 billion. To make matters worse, water-borne diseases are also on the rise due to stagnant water. amid this a Pakistani NGO has built a new tent in Balochistan's capital city of Guetta.

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Over 579 killed due to torrential monsoon rains in Pakistan; Balochistan, the worst hit province

A top Pakistani General and five other officers have died in a chopper crash. They were on a flood relief operation in Balochistan. Palki Sharma tells you how floods are wreaking havoc in Pakistan.

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Flash floods unleashed by heavy rainfall continue to wreak havoc in Balochistan on Wednesday. In southwest Pakistan, floods have killed more than 100 people.

Over 100 perish in floods in Pakistan, residents stranded in Balochistan

A state of emergency has been imposed in Pakistan's Balochistan after 8 dams burst. According to reports, heavy floods have killed 77 so far.

Pakistan: State of emergency in Balochistan after 8 dams burst

Pakistan’s ousted prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday warned of a civil war saying that the country would “break into pieces” if the establishment didn’t announce elections soon.

In an interview to local a television channel Bol News, Khan, who was ousted through a no-confidence motion in April, said, “We will see if they allow us to go towards elections through legal and constitutional means otherwise this country will go towards [a] civil war.”

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party chief further said there was "no question" of returning to the National Assembly as that would "mean accepting the conspiracy" that had removed his government.

He claimed that Indian think tanks based in abroad are conspiring to break Balochistan province from Pakistan.

"Indian think tanks abroad are mulling to separate Balochistan, they have plans, this is why I am putting pressure," Khan said, without mentioning who he is pressuring.

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Sharply reacting to Khan’s statements, PM Shehbaz Sharif tweeted, “While I am in Turkey inking agreements, Imran Niazi is making naked threats against the country. If at all any proof was needed that Niazi is unfit for public office, his latest interview suffices. Do your politics but don't dare to cross limits &amp; talk about division of Pakistan.”

Ever since removed from office earlier this year, Khan had been demanding fresh elections claiming that his government was ousted because of a so-called conspiracy hatched by US.

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According to him, the incumbent coalition government led by Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party was "imported" and not a true representative of the Pakistani people.

Imran said that if Pakistan were to lose its nuclear deterrent capability, it would be fragmented into three pieces. "If the right decisions aren't made at this time then the country is going towards suicide," he warned.

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The former PM led his thousands of supporters to Islamabad last Wednesday in a protest and had planned to stage a sit-in until new elections were announced but abruptly called off the sit-in at the last minute after making it to the capital.

He later threatened to return after six days if the government failed to give a date for snap polls in the country.

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Pakistan’s ousted prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday warned of a civil war saying that the country would “break into pieces” if the establishment didn’t announce elections soon.

Pakistan’s ousted prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday warned of a civil war saying that the country would “break into pieces” if the establishment didn’t announce elections soon. In an interview to local a television channel Bol News, Khan, who was ousted through a no-confidence motion in April, said, “We will see if they allow us to go towards elections through legal and constitutional means otherwise this country will go towards [a] civil war.” The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party chief further said there was "no question" of returning to the National Assembly as that would "mean accepting the conspiracy" that had removed his government. He claimed that Indian think tanks based in abroad are conspiring to break Balochistan province from Pakistan. "Indian think tanks abroad are mulling to separate Balochistan, they have plans, this is why I am putting pressure," Khan said, without mentioning who he is pressuring. Also read | 'I had a weak government and was blackmailed from everywhere': Imran Khan Sharply reacting to Khan’s statements, PM Shehbaz Sharif tweeted, “While I am in Turkey inking agreements, Imran Niazi is making naked threats against the country. If at all any proof was needed that Niazi is unfit for public office, his latest interview suffices. Do your politics but don't dare to cross limits & talk about division of Pakistan.” Ever since removed from office earlier this year, Khan had been demanding fresh elections claiming that his government was ousted because of a so-called conspiracy hatched by US. Watch | 'Protests called off to stop bloodshed': Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan According to him, the incumbent coalition government led by Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party was "imported" and not a true representative of the Pakistani people. Imran said that if Pakistan were to lose its nuclear deterrent capability, it would be fragmented into three pieces. "If the right decisions aren't made at this time then the country is going towards suicide," he warned. Also read | Called off Azadi March to prevent 'bloodshed', says Imran Khan The former PM led his thousands of supporters to Islamabad last Wednesday in a protest and had planned to stage a sit-in until new elections were announced but abruptly called off the sit-in at the last minute after making it to the capital. He later threatened to return after six days if the government failed to give a date for snap polls in the country. (With inputs from agencies) 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 facing a nightmare in Balochistan. Anti-China sentiments are growing in the province, as are attacks on Chinese nationals. As the situation worsens, many Chinese nationals are leaving Pakistan for their safety. Molly Gambhir reports.

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Pakistan was rocked by suicide bombing that killed four, including three Chinese teachers. The blast at Karachi University was carried out by a woman suicide bomber. Bombing has sent shockwaves as this was first suicide bombing by woman for BLA. But who is Shari Baloch, the woman who carried out suicide attack at Karachi University?

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&nbsp;A total of 12 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces on Wednesday.

As many as 10 militants were killed in the Hoshab area of Balochistan in an exchange of fire with the security forces, The News International reported.

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A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the possession of these militants, who were involved in recent firing and attack on security forces incidents in Turbat and Pasni areas, the publication reported.

In a separate operation, two militants were killed in an Intelligence Based Operation conducted by security forces on the reported presence of terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Arms and ammunition, including submachine guns, hand grenades, and a large quantity of multiple calibre rounds, were recovered from their possession.

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The militants were involved in attacks against the security forces, according to the military's media wing Inter-services Public Relations (ISPR), Samaa TV reported. In January alone, several terror incidents rocked Pakistan as major cities including Islamabad and Lahore were targeted. An Islamabad-based think tank, the Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies, recently published a report endorsing the fear that Pakistan has been slowly sliding into chaos and instability for the last couple of years.

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Apart from the brewing terrorism in Balochistan province, the Baloch are also against the Pakistani security forces as the region has registered thousands of disappearances of political activists, intellectuals, journalists, and students.

A total of 12 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces on Wednesday. As many as 10 militants were killed in the Hoshab area of Balochistan in an exchange of fire with the security forces, The News International reported.

A total of 12 militants were killed in two separate operations by security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces on Wednesday. As many as 10 militants were killed in the Hoshab area of Balochistan in an exchange of fire with the security forces, The News International reported. Also read | As United States watches, Pakistan PM Imran Khan 'excited' to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow A huge cache of arms and ammunition was also recovered from the possession of these militants, who were involved in recent firing and attack on security forces incidents in Turbat and Pasni areas, the publication reported. In a separate operation, two militants were killed in an Intelligence Based Operation conducted by security forces on the reported presence of terrorists in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Arms and ammunition, including submachine guns, hand grenades, and a large quantity of multiple calibre rounds, were recovered from their possession. Also read | Pakistan PM Imran Khan biggest propagator of fake news, says opposition leader The militants were involved in attacks against the security forces, according to the military's media wing Inter-services Public Relations (ISPR), Samaa TV reported. In January alone, several terror incidents rocked Pakistan as major cities including Islamabad and Lahore were targeted. An Islamabad-based think tank, the Pakistan Institute for Peace Studies, recently published a report endorsing the fear that Pakistan has been slowly sliding into chaos and instability for the last couple of years. Watch | Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrives in Moscow to hold talks amid Ukraine crisis Apart from the brewing terrorism in Balochistan province, the Baloch are also against the Pakistani security forces as the region has registered thousands of disappearances of political activists, intellectuals, journalists, and students.

12 militants killed in encounter with security forces in Pak's Balochistan, KP

Pakistan has launched a massive crackdown on Baloch people after a series of daring attacks on its border forces that killed scores of troops. Media reports say that over a dozen people have been abducted by forces in just three days from across the province. 
 
In one of the latest abductions, Pakistani security forces reportedly took away four youngsters from Panjgur and Quetta and moved them to unknown locations. The Balochistan Post says that their whereabouts are not known.

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In another incident, the newspaper says that the Pakistani forces raided the house of Haji Nisar Sarparra and took away his son Haroon Waleed Sarparra.

"It is pertinent to mention that the Pakistani forces have reportedly apprehended more than ten individuals from the Sarparra family during several raids in Mastung, Nushki and Quetta. All of them remain missing to this day", reported the newspaper.

The arrested people include former soldiers, students and people who have been critical of the Pakistani government and the military. Among the people arrested includes Nazeer Rehmat, the brother of the General Secretary of Baloch Students Organization, Mama Azeem Baloch. 
 
Geopolitical analyst and Pakistan watcher Mark Kinra told India Narrative: "Pakistan Army's reaction of abducting Baloch nations was expected as a consequence of the massive attacks on the Panjgur and Noshki FC camps.

"On the other hand, the Baloch also would have anticipated and prepared themselves for these reactions considering decades of enforced disappearances. Such reactions will only seek to bolster Baloch freedom struggle". 
 
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In Khuzdar too, the forces detained Hafeez Baloch, a final-year MPhil student in the Physics Department of the Quaid-e-Azam University in Islamabad. 
 
Kinra adds: "These arrests will not deter Baloch nationalist organisations from carrying out attacks in various parts of Balochistan including on check posts of the Pakistani Army. Pakistan PM Imran is raising salaries of Frontier Corps and Rangers by 15 per cent, as they guard most of the border areas and are the first targets of Baloch fighters.

This increase in salaries shows that Pakistan is trying to keep up the morale of its soldiers who are otherwise being used as fodder by the establishment, considering that Pakistan is not looking for a solution to its Baloch problem".

The military has launched a massive crackdown in the aftermath of the deadly siege on the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Panjgur and Noshki that reportedly killed about 190 odd troops. 
 
"There is a feeling in the military establishment that such a devastating attack on the forces could not have happened without inside knowledge. The Pakistani military feels that vital insight was leaked to the Baloch armed groups which helped them take on well-equipped and highly trained Pakistani personnel for three days in their own camp", says an expert.

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Besides the abductions, the Pakistani forces are alleged to have randomly killed people during the tense situation that enveloped Panjgur last week. In Panjgur, the forces allegedly killed a young student identified as Ehtisham Sarwar.

They allegedly also abducted and killed two individuals for breaking the curfew during the attack on the FC camp in Panjgur.

With the internet down and a complete blackout on media, information about the tense situation in Balochistan is trickling through Baloch media organisations and social media.

Pakistan has launched a massive crackdown on Baloch people after a series of daring attacks on its border forces that killed scores of troops. Media reports say that over a dozen people have been abducted by forces in just three days from across the province.

Pakistan has launched a massive crackdown on Baloch people after a series of daring attacks on its border forces that killed scores of troops. Media reports say that over a dozen people have been abducted by forces in just three days from across the province. In one of the latest abductions, Pakistani security forces reportedly took away four youngsters from Panjgur and Quetta and moved them to unknown locations. The Balochistan Post says that their whereabouts are not known. Also read | Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan visits Balochistan after assaults by militants In another incident, the newspaper says that the Pakistani forces raided the house of Haji Nisar Sarparra and took away his son Haroon Waleed Sarparra. "It is pertinent to mention that the Pakistani forces have reportedly apprehended more than ten individuals from the Sarparra family during several raids in Mastung, Nushki and Quetta. All of them remain missing to this day", reported the newspaper. The arrested people include former soldiers, students and people who have been critical of the Pakistani government and the military. Among the people arrested includes Nazeer Rehmat, the brother of the General Secretary of Baloch Students Organization, Mama Azeem Baloch. Geopolitical analyst and Pakistan watcher Mark Kinra told India Narrative: "Pakistan Army's reaction of abducting Baloch nations was expected as a consequence of the massive attacks on the Panjgur and Noshki FC camps. "On the other hand, the Baloch also would have anticipated and prepared themselves for these reactions considering decades of enforced disappearances. Such reactions will only seek to bolster Baloch freedom struggle". Also read | After 72-hour ops, Pak security forces kill remaining Balochistan insurgents, toll reaches 20 In Khuzdar too, the forces detained Hafeez Baloch, a final-year MPhil student in the Physics Department of the Quaid-e-Azam University in Islamabad. Kinra adds: "These arrests will not deter Baloch nationalist organisations from carrying out attacks in various parts of Balochistan including on check posts of the Pakistani Army. Pakistan PM Imran is raising salaries of Frontier Corps and Rangers by 15 per cent, as they guard most of the border areas and are the first targets of Baloch fighters. This increase in salaries shows that Pakistan is trying to keep up the morale of its soldiers who are otherwise being used as fodder by the establishment, considering that Pakistan is not looking for a solution to its Baloch problem". The military has launched a massive crackdown in the aftermath of the deadly siege on the Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Panjgur and Noshki that reportedly killed about 190 odd troops. "There is a feeling in the military establishment that such a devastating attack on the forces could not have happened without inside knowledge. The Pakistani military feels that vital insight was leaked to the Baloch armed groups which helped them take on well-equipped and highly trained Pakistani personnel for three days in their own camp", says an expert. Watch | Pakistan PM Imran Khan, Army chief Javed Bajwa to visit Balochistan amid rising tensions Besides the abductions, the Pakistani forces are alleged to have randomly killed people during the tense situation that enveloped Panjgur last week. In Panjgur, the forces allegedly killed a young student identified as Ehtisham Sarwar. They allegedly also abducted and killed two individuals for breaking the curfew during the attack on the FC camp in Panjgur. With the internet down and a complete blackout on media, information about the tense situation in Balochistan is trickling through Baloch media organisations and social media.

Pakistani army abducting people across Balochistan in crackdown to avenge attacks

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa have landed in the Naushki district of Balochistan.

During their visit, they will be briefed about the security situation in the area as well as operational preparedness of the formation to counter-terrorist activities.

It comes after twenty militants and nine soldiers were killed recently during insurgent attacks on two military bases in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan&nbsp;province and the military's response.

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The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which had earlier claimed the attack, also issued a statement last week saying “all targets successfully achieved.”&nbsp;

Ethnic Baloch guerrillas have been fighting the government for decades, demanding a separate state and saying the central government unfairly exploits Balochistan's rich gas and mineral resources.

Imran Khan's official visit to China, which has invested significantly in Balochistan, further stoked tensions.

During the meeting, Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that "the Chinese side firmly supports Pakistan in safeguarding its national independence, sovereignty, and dignity, as well as in combating terrorism", according to state media.

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Chinese investments in Balochistan are part of Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative.

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project linking China's far-western Xinjiang region with the strategic port of Gwadar in Balochistan has sparked claims that the vast influx of investment does not benefit locals.

Chinese companies invested more than $20 billion in non-financial direct investment on projects in BRI countries in 2021, according to China's commerce ministry.

While the economic corridor offers a lucrative gateway for China to the Indian Ocean, the security of its workers has long been a concern. Islamabad and Beijing have forged strong ties in recent years.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa have landed in the Naushki district of Balochistan. During their visit, they will be briefed about the security situation in the area as well as operational preparedness of the formation to counter-terrorist activities.

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa have landed in the Naushki district of Balochistan. During their visit, they will be briefed about the security situation in the area as well as operational preparedness of the formation to counter-terrorist activities. It comes after twenty militants and nine soldiers were killed recently during insurgent attacks on two military bases in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province and the military's response. Also read | After 72-hour ops, Pak security forces kill remaining Balochistan insurgents, toll reaches 20 The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which had earlier claimed the attack, also issued a statement last week saying “all targets successfully achieved.” Ethnic Baloch guerrillas have been fighting the government for decades, demanding a separate state and saying the central government unfairly exploits Balochistan's rich gas and mineral resources. Imran Khan's official visit to China, which has invested significantly in Balochistan, further stoked tensions. During the meeting, Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that "the Chinese side firmly supports Pakistan in safeguarding its national independence, sovereignty, and dignity, as well as in combating terrorism", according to state media. Also read | Beijing Olympics 2022: Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan meets Chinese President Xi Jinping Chinese investments in Balochistan are part of Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project linking China's far-western Xinjiang region with the strategic port of Gwadar in Balochistan has sparked claims that the vast influx of investment does not benefit locals. Chinese companies invested more than $20 billion in non-financial direct investment on projects in BRI countries in 2021, according to China's commerce ministry. While the economic corridor offers a lucrative gateway for China to the Indian Ocean, the security of its workers has long been a concern. Islamabad and Beijing have forged strong ties in recent years. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan visits Balochistan after assaults by militants

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and army chief general Qamar Javed Bajwa will visit the southwestern province of Balochistan to take stock of the worsening security situation in the region.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan, Army chief Javed Bajwa to visit Balochistan amid rising tensions

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan will visit Balochistan to take stock of the escalating security tensions, after 5 army soldiers killed near the border with Afghanistan.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan to visit Balochistan after terror attack on army

The 72-hour operation against the Baloch militants ended on Saturday, the Pakistan Army said, adding that 20 insurgents have been shot down.

The military's media affairs wing, ISPR, in a statement said that nine security personnel lost their lives during the operation.

On February 2 late-evening, Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province was attacked wherein the militants attacked two military bases in Panjgur and Naushki areas.

Newly-formed group Balochistan Nationalist Army (BNA), which is fast becoming a major opponent to Pakistan’s security forces operating in the province, claimed responsibility for the attacks.

As per Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the attack was successfully foiled while the attackers were neutralized with heavy casualties inflicted to the insurgents.

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In Naushki, nine militants were killed, while the army lost four security forces personnel, including an officer level soldier.

In Panjgur, security forces repulsed the attacks after an intense exchange of fire after which the militants fled.&nbsp;

The army said that the security forces carried out the clearance operations to hunt down hiding terrorists in the vicinity.

While four fleeing insurgents were killed at Panjgur, four others terrorists were encircled the next day (February 3) by security forces.

After a two-day-long stand-off, all the encircled insurgents were killed in Saturday’s operation as they failed to surrender, the ISPR said.

During the operation, five security forces lost their lives while six soldiers were injured.

“Our security forces stand firm and resolutely committed to eliminating the menace of terrorism from our soil no matter what the cost,” the ISPR said.

The 72-hour operation against the Baloch militants ended on Saturday, the Pakistan Army said, adding that 20 insurgents have been shot down. The military's media affairs wing, ISPR, in a statement said that nine security personnel lost their lives during the operation.

The 72-hour operation against the Baloch militants ended on Saturday, the Pakistan Army said, adding that 20 insurgents have been shot down. The military's media affairs wing, ISPR, in a statement said that nine security personnel lost their lives during the operation. On February 2 late-evening, Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province was attacked wherein the militants attacked two military bases in Panjgur and Naushki areas. Newly-formed group Balochistan Nationalist Army (BNA), which is fast becoming a major opponent to Pakistan’s security forces operating in the province, claimed responsibility for the attacks. As per Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the attack was successfully foiled while the attackers were neutralized with heavy casualties inflicted to the insurgents. Also read | Balochistan militants launch late-night blitzkrieg on 2 Pak military bases, over 5 security forces killed In Naushki, nine militants were killed, while the army lost four security forces personnel, including an officer level soldier. In Panjgur, security forces repulsed the attacks after an intense exchange of fire after which the militants fled. The army said that the security forces carried out the clearance operations to hunt down hiding terrorists in the vicinity. While four fleeing insurgents were killed at Panjgur, four others terrorists were encircled the next day (February 3) by security forces. After a two-day-long stand-off, all the encircled insurgents were killed in Saturday’s operation as they failed to surrender, the ISPR said. During the operation, five security forces lost their lives while six soldiers were injured. “Our security forces stand firm and resolutely committed to eliminating the menace of terrorism from our soil no matter what the cost,” the ISPR said.

After 72-hour ops, Pak security forces kill remaining Balochistan insurgents, toll reaches 20

A 72-hour long operation has now come to an end as Pakistani soldiers kill about 20 Baloch militants in two separate encounters.

Pakistan Army kills 20 Baloch militants in separate encounters

Tensions in Balochistan continue to simmer more than 40 hours after two separate attacks on Pakistan security forces' camps. Balochistan Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for the attacks.

At least 12 Pakistani soldiers killed in two separate attacks in different Baloch districts

Tensions continue in Balochistan even though its 40 hours after the first two separate attacks that were carried out in two different Baloch districts where militants attempted to storm into Pakistan's security forces camps.

Pakistan: 40 hours on, recovery operations continue In Baloch districts; at least 12 soldiers killed

Two military bases in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province came under heavy attack by the militants, triggering gun battles between the armed&nbsp;forces and the insurgents.

The Wednesday late-night attacks were claimed by the newly formed separatist Balochistan Nationalist Army (BNA).

It came hours before&nbsp;Prime Minister Imran Khan set off for Beijing for the opening of the Winter Olympic Games.

The Pakistan Army said both of the attacks —one in Panjgur district and the other in Naushki district —had been repulsed.

They said that following the combing operations, 14 militants were shot down, while the number of casualties on the army side is expected to be around seven.

In Naushki, the security forces killed five militants while it lost four of its men. At Panjgur, the armed forces have eliminated four insurgents, while a manhunt is still on against four more. During the intense fighting, three soldiers lost their lives, while four are injured.

However, the BNA claimed that it killed more than 100 soldiers.

In a press release dated February 3, 2022, the militant organisation said that major parts of Panjgur and Nushki military camps in Pakistan were still under its control. "Large parts of camps have been completely destroyed. Backup troops have arrived for the enemy forces. However, they have failed to weaken fidayee positions inside the camp."

The ethnic Baloch militants have been fighting the government for decades seeking independence. They say that the government unfairly exploits Balochistan’s rich gas and mineral resources.

Balochistan province has been the scene of intense fighting between the rebel forces and the Pakistan Army.

The Balochistan Nationalist Army was established last month when two minor separatist groups – the Balochistan Republican Army and the United Baloch Army – merged and vowed to continue attacks.

The latest violence comes a week after armed fighters killed 10 soldiers in an attack on a security post in the town of Kech in Balochistan province, which has been the site of a long-running armed rebellion.

The attacks have been growing in numbers ever since the involvement of China through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

China has been developing Gwadar port and other projects in the province as part of a $60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, which is part of the BRI project.

(With inputs from Anas Mallick and agencies)

Two military bases in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province came under heavy attack by the militants, triggering gun battles between the armed forces and the insurgents.

Two military bases in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province came under heavy attack by the militants, triggering gun battles between the armed forces and the insurgents. The Wednesday late-night attacks were claimed by the newly formed separatist Balochistan Nationalist Army (BNA). It came hours before Prime Minister Imran Khan set off for Beijing for the opening of the Winter Olympic Games. The Pakistan Army said both of the attacks —one in Panjgur district and the other in Naushki district —had been repulsed. They said that following the combing operations, 14 militants were shot down, while the number of casualties on the army side is expected to be around seven. In Naushki, the security forces killed five militants while it lost four of its men. At Panjgur, the armed forces have eliminated four insurgents, while a manhunt is still on against four more. During the intense fighting, three soldiers lost their lives, while four are injured. However, the BNA claimed that it killed more than 100 soldiers. In a press release dated February 3, 2022, the militant organisation said that major parts of Panjgur and Nushki military camps in Pakistan were still under its control. "Large parts of camps have been completely destroyed. Backup troops have arrived for the enemy forces. However, they have failed to weaken fidayee positions inside the camp." The ethnic Baloch militants have been fighting the government for decades seeking independence. They say that the government unfairly exploits Balochistan’s rich gas and mineral resources. Balochistan province has been the scene of intense fighting between the rebel forces and the Pakistan Army. The Balochistan Nationalist Army was established last month when two minor separatist groups – the Balochistan Republican Army and the United Baloch Army – merged and vowed to continue attacks. The latest violence comes a week after armed fighters killed 10 soldiers in an attack on a security post in the town of Kech in Balochistan province, which has been the site of a long-running armed rebellion. The attacks have been growing in numbers ever since the involvement of China through its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). China has been developing Gwadar port and other projects in the province as part of a $60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, which is part of the BRI project. (With inputs from Anas Mallick and agencies)

Balochistan militants launch late-night blitzkrieg on 2 Pak military bases, over 5 security forces killed

Attacks have been reported in Balochistan, where two separate incidents have been reported from two different Baloch districts.

Pakistan Army posts come under attack in two different districts of Balochistan

The Pakistani army has said that 10 soldiers were slain “during intense exchange of fire” while defending against a raid on a post in the Kech district of Balochistan.

Pakistani Army: Ten soldiers killed in insurgent attack

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