BLA Militants Attack Military Post in Balochistan

In a recent attack in Pakistan's Balochistan province, separatist militants from the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) killed seven soldiers and injured 18 others at a paramilitary border post in the Kalat district. The assault involved 40 to 50 armed militants and lasted several hours, with the BLA claiming responsibility. This incident follows a series of violent attacks by the BLA, including a deadly assault at a railway station the previous week that resulted in 26 deaths. The Pakistani government, represented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, condemned the attacks and vowed swift action against the perpetrators. The BLA has been targeting security forces and foreign-funded projects in the region, citing exploitation and exclusion of local residents. Security forces remain determined to maintain peace and stability in the region despite the recent surge in violence.