Three personnel of the Pakistan Coast Guards were killed in a reported armed attack in the coastal waters of Jiwani, a town in Gwadar district, Balochistan, on Sunday.
According to official sources, the incident occurred while a Pakistani forces’ patrol boat was conducting routine operations in the coastal waters off Jiwani. The vessel was reportedly targeted by unidentified armed individuals, who opened fire, resulting in the deaths of three personnel at the scene.
As a result of the incident, three personnel lost their lives. The deceased have been identified as Naik Afzal, Sepoy Jameel, and Sepoy Umair. Pakistani authorities have not yet released further details regarding the identity of the attackers or the precise circumstances of the incident. No group has so far claimed responsibility.
Initial reports indicate that the attack took place at sea, marking it the first reported instance of an attack targeting Pakistani forces in the coastal waters of Balochistan.
Further information is expected as officials continue to assess the situation.