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Deadly Clash in Balochistan: 18 Soldiers and 24 Attackers Killed as Violence Escalates in Pakistan’s Turbulent Region

Quetta, Pakistan — In southwestern Pakistan, a violent confrontation erupted resulting in the deaths of at least 18 paramilitary soldiers and 24 assailants in a series of clashes that underscore the region’s escalating violence. According to military officials, the most deadly engagement occurred as troops moved to dismantle makeshift roadblocks set up by armed groups in the volatile Balochistan province. The military detailed an incident where a convoy of unarmed Frontier Corps paramilitaries was ambushed …

Community Outrage and Mourning as 20 Coal Miners Slain in Duki, Balochistan Demand Justice and Government Action

DUKI, Pakistan — Thousands of protesters flooded the streets of Duki in Balochistan province on Friday, bearing the coffins of 20 coal miners slain in a vicious attack by unknown gunmen. The outpouring of grief and anger underscored a desperate call for justice and highlighted the ongoing violence targeting workers in the region’s mining industries. The attack occurred late Thursday at the Junaid coal mine, where armed assailants armed with grenades and rocket launchers unleashed …

Tragedy Strikes Balochistan: Unpacking the Motives Behind the Attacks That Claimed 74 Lives

Quetta, Pakistan – A series of lethal attacks targeting military convoys and civilians in Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest province by area, has raised alarms about increasing violence in a region riddled with conflict. The recent spate of violence, which claimed the lives of 74 individuals, including soldiers and civilians, offers a stark reminder of the persistent instability and complex dynamics that plague this southwestern province. The escalation can be traced back to numerous groups operating within …

Tragic Surge in Violence: Over 70 Lives Claimed by Coordinated Terror Strikes in Balochistan

Quetta, Pakistan — The recent surge in violence across Balochistan has claimed over 70 lives this month after a series of coordinated terrorist attacks targeted civilians and military installations in the province. The escalating unrest underscores a deepening security crisis in a region already rife with geopolitical tensions. The attacks, which occurred in various locations including the provincial capital of Quetta, involved a mix of suicide bombings and armed assaults. Sources indicate that the targets …