Balochistan witnessed a series of attacks on Pakistani security forces late Saturday night, resulting in multiple casualties. Authorities have confirmed the deaths of five personnel and injuries to eight others in separate incidents across the province.
Attack on Frontier Corps Camp in Kech
One of the major attacks occurred in Kech district, where unidentified armed individuals targeted a Frontier Corps (FC) outpost. The attackers overpowered the security personnel, causing several fatalities and seizing control of the camp. Reports indicate that the attackers confiscated all available weapons and military equipment from the site.
Militants reportedly targeted a security convoy dispatched to reinforce the attacked FC camp. Officials confirmed that three soldiers were killed and six others injured, including two in critical condition. The slain personnel were identified as Lakhmir, Rana Zahid, and Gul Sunat, all of whom were part of the Dasht Scouts 125 Wing.
Levies Checkpost Attacked in Kalat
A separate attack took place in the Togho Chappar area of Kalat, where unidentified gunmen stormed a Levies checkpost. Two security personnel lost their lives, while two others sustained injuries. Security forces launched an immediate search operation following the assault.
Balochistan government spokesperson Shahid Rind confirmed the Kalat attack and the death and injuries of Levies personnel in a statement.
He stated that the Levies force immediately retaliated, forcing the assailants to flee. An investigation into the attack has been ordered, Rind added. The injured personnel have been shifted to Quetta for medical treatment, according to Rind.
Police Station Targeted in Awaran
In Awaran, attackers raided a police station, seizing a weapon from a security official. However, no casualties were reported in this incident. The authorities have since deployed additional security personnel to the area.
Following these incidents, security forces have launched extensive search operations in the affected areas to track down the attackers.
Balochistan has long experienced security challenges, with insurgent groups frequently targeting military and law enforcement agencies. However, no group has claimed responsibility for the aforementioned attacks so far.