Heavy Clashes Across Balochistan as Baloch Fighters Launch Multi-City Attack, Helicopters Deployed

Quetta/Balochistan: The situation in Balochistan once again seems to be going out of control. After the Pakistani Army was accused of killing 41 Baloch civilians, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) started a massive retaliation. There were reports of armed attacks in 12 cities of Balochistan including Quetta, since early Saturday morning. BLA has described it as the second phase of ‘Operation Hereof.’ The Baloch organization claims that at least 20 Pakistani security personnel have been killed in this action so far, while the army has had to retreat in many areas. In the video released, armed fighters can be seen patrolling the streets openly.

How did the situation worsen in Quetta and other cities?

According to Balochistan Post and local sources, for the first time the presence of such a large number of BLA fighters has been recorded in the capital Quetta. The sounds of explosions were heard from different areas of the city. As the security situation deteriorated, rail services were completely stopped and emergency was declared in all government and private hospitals. Normal life came to a standstill in many areas.

What happened in Noshki and other areas?

BLA claims that eight Pakistani soldiers were killed in Noshki area alone. Apart from this, many military vehicles were targeted. In a video, the Pakistani Army vehicle is seen completely damaged. Baloch fighters say that after increasing pressure on the ground front, the army started air strikes with the help of helicopters.

What is the claim of occupying jail and police stations?

BLA has claimed that it has captured several police stations. Besides, it has also been said that a central jail will be taken under its control, from where the prisoners were released. However, these claims have not been officially confirmed by the Pakistani administration.

Heavy presence of BLA in Quetta, the capital provincial of Balochistan,. It is the first time Baloch fighters have been seen in such large numbers in Quetta. pic.twitter.com/twH13GmhRs

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What appeal did the BLA leadership make to the public?

BLA spokesperson Ziand Baloch issued a statement saying that the second phase of 'Operation Hereof' has fully started. The head of the organization, Bashir Zeb, appealed to the Baloch people to support the fighters in this campaign. According to him, this operation is part of the decisive struggle to protect the motherland and against the alleged occupation of Balochistan.

What is Operation Hereof, and what happened before?

Operation Hereof was launched in August 2024. BLA says that during the first phase it claimed to have killed about 130 Pakistani soldiers. At that time, there was also talk of temporary occupation of many important highways and establishments. An army base was claimed to be under control for about 20 hours in what is being described as the biggest attack ever carried out by the Baloch movement.

What is BLA's stance regarding China?

BLA has once again reiterated the warning to China. The organization says that it is alert about Chinese interests in Gwadar and all of Balochistan. The statement said that if external forces continue to interfere in the region, it could have serious consequences.

What are the further indications?

The increasing violence in Balochistan has once again put Pakistan's internal security in the dock. The situation on the ground is changing rapidly and the conflict is expected to intensify in the coming days.