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India.com
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Pakistan: BLA fighters claim 'complete control' over Surab city in Balochistan
Quetta: The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) freedom fighters on Saturday claimed that they have taken complete control of Surab city in the Balochistan province of Pakistan, paralysing all military, administrative, and financial structures of the 'enemy state' just as the Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir was visiting the provincial capital Quetta. Confirming the development, the spokesperson of BLA Jeeyand Baloch highlighted that the operation continued for more than three hours on Friday, during which 'freedom fighters' took up positions at all the important locations and highways in the city. He stated that the fighters took control of the Pakistani Levies (paramilitary force) station, police station, Deputy Commissioner (DC) office, guest house, and bank, and damaged 'enemy' infrastructure. 'During the operation, Freedom fighters arrested Levies and police personnel and seized 30 Kalashnikovs, along with other weapons and war equipment from the security posts at the police stations and DC office. These personnel were later released on conditional concessions based on their Baloch identity. Freedom fighters set fire to three vehicles of the enemy forces, state warehouses, a guest house and three banks, while two vehicles were taken into custody,' read the statement issued by the BLA. According to the statement, during the takeover of the DC office, Assistant Deputy Commissioner Hidayatullah Buledi attempted an attack the fighters, upon which fighters subdued him without causing any casualties and locked him in a room, adding that he died due to suffocation in the room, which was a completely accidental incident. 'Furthermore, BLA has taken complete control of Surab city and set up checkpoints on the Quetta-Karachi and Surab-Gidar main highways, further tightening restrictions on state movement through snap checking. This operation is a continuation of BLA's resolve to destroy every institution, every symbol, and every force of the occupying Pakistani state. We once again make it clear that our struggle will continue until Baloch national liberation is achieved,' the statement concluded. People from Balochistan are currently fighting for their independence from Pakistan. Various human rights organisations of Balochistan have time and again highlighted the repression by Pakistani forces in the province, which includes violent raids on the homes of Baloch leaders and civilians, unlawful arrests, enforced disappearances, the 'kill and dump' policy, detention under the Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance, and the filing of fabricated police cases. Earlier this month, the BLA released a media statement titled 'A New Order has Become Inevitable in the Region', urging the world to recognise Pakistan as the creator of terrorists and a terrorist entity. It said that the history of Pakistan, currently facing diplomatic isolation for failed military policies, has been written with the patronage of broken promises, back-stabbing and terrorism. 'Pakistan is a breeding ground for global terrorists, is a centre for state-sponsored development of deadly terror groups like LeT, JeM and ISIS. Pakistan's ISI promotes these terror groups for terrorism purposes, a nuclear state with violent ideology. The Baloch nation without any external, military and financial support is able to defeat the world's seventh largest nuclear state. BLA has rendered the enemy helpless on every front. There can never be a lasting peace without the elimination of Pakistan,' read the statement.
India Today
18-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
BLA attacks 'occupying Pak Army' during so-called victory celebrations in Quetta
A powerful grenade blast targeted the convoy of Balochistan Provincial Assembly member Ali Madad Jatak in Quetta on Wednesday, killing at least one person and injuring around ten others, according to local reports. The Afghan media platform, Amu news, reported that the explosion occurred on Sariab Road as Jatak was on his way to a rally celebrating Pakistan's 'so-called' victory over was en route to attend the event at Quetta's Hockey Ground, which drew a large number of people. BLA SAYS IT TARGETED 'SO-CALLED VICTORY CELEBRATIONS'Hours after the attack, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility through a statement issued by its spokesperson, Jeeyand Baloch. The rebel group said it carried out the grenade attack to target what it described as the "occupying" Pakistani Army and its "so-called celebrations." "Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani Army and its so-called Victory Celebrations in Quetta and Mastung," the statement added that the attack on Munir Mengal Road in Quetta was specifically aimed at armed agents leading the freedom fighters targeted a rally of the so-called 'Victory Celebrations' organised under the patronage of occupying Pakistani Army in Quetta with a grenade attack on Munir Mengal Road. The rally was being led by so-called MPA Ali Madad Jattak. Freedom fighters targeted armed death squad agents ahead of the rally.""As a result of the attack, 1 death squad agent was eliminated and 12 were injured," the spokesperson group also lashed out at the Balochistan government, saying, "The so-called Balochistan government, out of fear, tried to throw dust in eyes of the world by installing containers all over Quetta and celebrating a 'so-called celebration' under the patronage of occupying state." ANOTHER ATTACK AT MASTUNG TARGETS CHECKPOINTAccording to the BLA, another grenade attack was carried out the previous night in Mastung district. The group said its fighters targeted a checkpoint handled by Pakistani forces at MCC Cross. However, no official confirmation has been issued by the authorities. "Last night, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted enemy personnel posted at the checkpoint of occupying Pakistani Army at MCC Cross in Mastung with a hand grenade attack, as a result of which 4 personnel were injured," the statement group also accused the military of mistreating civilians. "In the name of searching on the said checkpoint, Baloch people were being humiliated, from which even women and the elderly were not safe," Jeeyand Baloch BLA warned of more attacks in the future, saying, "Baloch Liberation Army claims responsibility for these attacks. Our attacks on occupying Pakistani army and its collaborators will continue.""The convoy of PPP MP Ali Madad Jatak was attacked with hand grenades and fired upon on Sariab Road in Quetta. The incident took place near Munir Mengal Chowk. Ali Madad Jatak was unharmed in the attack, but his vehicle was partially damaged," said Sariab Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Asif Ghafoor as quoted by between BLA and the Pakistani authorities are escalating as the rebel group has heightened their attacks for the separation of Balochistan from Pakistan. Must Watch IN THIS STORY#Baloch Liberation Army
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Not Pakistan's people': Why Balochistan is turning to India amid a firestorm
The Baloch Liberation Army ( BLA ) has escalated its armed campaign against the Pakistani state, claiming a wave of attacks that stretch across multiple districts in Balochistan. The campaign, called 'Operation Herof 2.0', involved 78 coordinated operations at 58 locations, including key strikes on military posts and security infrastructure. The situation in Balochistan is reaching a critical juncture. Calls for independence are no longer confined to isolated militant groups. There is now a coordinated, vocal, and increasingly public push for sovereignty. Keywords like "Baloch Liberation Army", " Republic of Balochistan ", and " Balochistan independence " are trending across digital platforms. This is no longer a low-intensity conflict. It's a rebellion at full tilt. Seven attacks in 24 hours In a recent string of assaults, BLA fighters took control of a key highway at Ornach Cross in Khuzdar for more than two hours. During this time, they conducted vehicle checks and targeted two trucks allegedly transporting natural resources from the region. GIF89a����!�,D; Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Brand Needs Graphic Design – Here's Why Graphic Design Learn More Undo "Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters maintained control of the highway at Ornach Cross in the Khuzdar area for over 2 hours. During the blockade snap checks continued, while 2 vehicles involved in looting Baloch national resources were targeted," said BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch. The group claimed it captured and burned down a Levies Force checkpost and later attacked a military post in Panjgur using automatic weapons and rocket launchers. "BLA freedom fighters targeted a post of occupying Pakistani army at Nokabad in Panjgur on Sunday night. Fighters attacked occupying army with automatic weapons, while rocket launchers and several shells using grenade launchers were fired at enemy army. The attack lasted more than 25 minutes during which at least 2 occupying army personnel were eliminated and 5 were injured," he said. Live Events The BLA also claimed responsibility for seizing surveillance cameras in Paroom Jain and detonating a remote-controlled IED targeting a Bomb Disposal Squad in Kalat, resulting in two deaths. Also Read: 'Republic of Balochistan announced' trends on social media as Baloch leaders declare independence from Pakistan Intelligence agents executed In a separate development, the BLA claimed to have captured and executed four alleged undercover agents of Pakistani intelligence. According to Jeeyand Baloch, "Freedom fighters neutralized 4 agents of Pakistani intelligence agencies in the Galangor area of Noshki. These included Moin s/o Ghulam Mustafa, resident of Pakpattan; Huzaifa s/o Muhammad Latif, resident of Pakpattan: Imran Ali s/o Maqsood Ahmed and Irfan Ali s/o Maqsood Ahmed, resident of Raheem Yar Khan ." He added the men were first detained at a checkpoint on May 9 and later confessed to working as informants. An ongoing campaign of resistance The BLA stated these actions are part of its broader resistance against what it terms as "occupation". Additional operations took place in Sibi and Kachi, including grenade attacks on army posts and armed ambushes. "These attacks are a continuation of BLA's ongoing resistance strategy, 'Operation Herof,' against the occupying state," said the spokesperson. "Baloch Liberation Army makes it clear that such operations will continue until national liberation is achieved." The group also launched a larger offensive on May 12, involving 71 attacks across 51 locations. Rejection of Pakistan and International appeal Speaking to a wider geopolitical context, the BLA urged both India and the international community to act decisively against Pakistan. "Every talk of peace, ceasefire and brotherhood from Pakistan is merely a deception, a war tactic and a temporary ruse," the group stated. It labelled Pakistan a "breeding ground" for global terrorists and called for it to be recognised as a terrorist state. Dismissing accusations of foreign backing, Jeeyand Baloch declared, "The BLA is neither a pawn nor a silent spectator; we are a dynamic and decisive party." Mir Yar Baloch declares Independence In a dramatic development, Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch declared independence from Pakistan. Citing decades of "air bombings, enforced disappearances and genocide," he posted on X, "Baloch people across Pakistan Occupied Balochistan are up on streets and this is their national verdict that Balochistan Is Not Pakistan and world can't be a silent spectator any more." Mir Yar stated, "We have already declared our independence on 11 August 1947 when Britishers were leaving Balochistan, and the subcontinent." He also made a pointed appeal to Indian media and citizens. "Dear Indians patriot media, the youtube comrades, the intellectuals fighting to defend Bharat are suggested not to refer to Balochs as 'Pakistan's Own People'. We are not Pakistani, we are Balochistani. Pakistan's own people are the Punjabi who never faced air bombings, enforced disappearances and genocide." Mir Yar publicly supported India's call for Pakistan to vacate Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), warning, "The international community must urge Pakistan to immediately leave PoK to avoid another humiliation of surrender on its 93000 army personnel in Dhaka." He concluded by urging the world to recognise Balochistan's independence and support its fight for survival, justice, and freedom. Balochistan, despite being rich in gas, minerals, and coastline, remains one of Pakistan's most underdeveloped provinces. The Baloch people have long accused Islamabad of exploiting their land without returning any benefits. Since its controversial incorporation into Pakistan in 1948, voices demanding autonomy or secession have grown louder. Reports from Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch cite widespread human rights abuses, including the disappearance of thousands of activists, students, and journalists. Many have been labelled as "terrorists" or "foreign agents". Mass graves discovered in several districts have only deepened public anger and suspicion of state-led violence. Today, Balochistan finds itself in open revolt. The insurgency is armed, public, and ideological. For the people on the ground, this is more than politics. It is survival.
India Today
14-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Operation Herof 2.0: Baloch rebels launch 7 coordinated strikes in Pakistan
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for seven coordinated attacks across several districts in Pakistan. The rebel group stated that these attacks were part of a campaign named 'Operation Herof 2.0', which involved a total of 78 operations conducted at 58 a statement issued by BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch, the group called the operations as a continuation of their resistance aimed to end what they describe as the "occupation" of Balochistan by to the statement, BLA fighters reportedly took control of the highway at Ornach Cross in the Khuzdar district for over two hours on Saturday night. During this time, they carried out vehicle checks and intercepted vehicles with natural resources from the region. "Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters maintained control of the highway at Ornach Cross in the Khuzdar area for over 2 hours. During the blockade snap checks continued, while 2 vehicles involved in looting Baloch national resources were targeted," the statement group further claimed to have captured a Levies Force checkpost in the area and set it on Sunday night, the group said it attacked a military post in Nokabad, Panjgur, using automatic weapons and rocket launchers."BLA freedom fighters targeted a post of occupying Pakistani army at Nokabad in Panjgur on Sunday night. Fighters attacked occupying army with automatic weapons, while rocket launchers and several shells using grenade launchers were fired at enemy army. The attack lasted more than 25 minutes during which at least 2 occupying army personnel were eliminated and 5 were injured," Jeeyand Baloch the rebel group also claimed that they seized surveillance cameras set up by the army in the Paroom Jain Kalat's Garap area, the BLA said its fighters targeted a Bomb Disposal Squad using a remote-controlled improvised explosive device (IED) while they were engaged in a clearance operation."In the attack 2 enemy personnel were eliminated," the spokesperson INTELLIGENCE AGENTS 'NEUTRALIZED'The BLA also claimed it had captured and killed four men who were allegedly working as undercover agents for Pakistani intelligence agencies."Freedom fighters neutralized 4 agents of Pakistani intelligence agencies in the Galangor area of Noshki. These included Moin s/o Ghulam Mustafa, resident of Pakpattan; Huzaifa s/o Muhammad Latif, resident of Pakpattan: Imran Ali s/o Maqsood Ahmed and Irfan Ali s/o Maqsood Ahmed, resident of Raheem Yar Khan," the statement group claimed these individuals were first arrested on May 9 at a checkpoint in the Ahmedwal area and later confessed that they worked as TO CONTINUE UNTIL 'LIBERATION'?The BLA also reported carrying out smaller-scale attacks in the towns of Sibi and Kachi. In Sibi, they claimed to have hurled a hand grenade at an army post near the railway station. In seperate operation in Mathri, Kachi, they launched an armed attack, injuring at least three soldiers."These attacks are a continuation of BLA's ongoing resistance strategy, 'Operation Herof,' against the occupying state," said the spokesperson."Baloch Liberation Army makes it clear that such operations will continue until national liberation is achieved," he far, there has been no independent confirmation of BLA's claims, and no official word from the Pakistani army on these events at the time of this REBELS HIT 51 LOCATIONS IN PAKISTANOn May 12, the group claimed that it had carried out a large-scale coordinated offensive against Pakistani military to BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch, "During the height of India-Pakistan military escalation earlier this week, Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) opened another front for the Pakistani military as it carried out 71 coordinated attacks, which went on for many hours, at more than 51 locations across the occupied Balochistan."advertisementEarlier, under Operation Herof, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) reportedly claimed responsibility for killing 102 Pakistani READ: 'Ready to attack': Baloch rebels hit 51 locations in Pakistan as tensions mountMust Watch
Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
What is Baloch Liberation Army's message to India after striking 51 locations in Pakistan?
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for 71 coordinated attacks at over 51 locations across Pakistan's Balochistan province in recent weeks as part of its ongoing 'Operation Herof'. The targets included Pakistani military and intelligence installations. In what is being claimed to be its statement, BLA on Sunday criticised Pakistan's duplicity and said it uses the language of peace as a strategic facade. HT could not independently verify the authenticity of the statement in question. Addressing India amid the current ceasefire between the two nations following Operation Sindoor, the BLA stated: 'Every talk of peace, ceasefire and brotherhood from Pakistan is merely a deception, a war tactic and a temporary ruse.' The group described Pakistan as a 'breeding ground' for global terrorists and urged the international community to declare Islamabad a terrorist state. BLA said it is 'a dynamic and decisive party' in shaping the region's future. It also signalled a geopolitical shift, declaring that 'a new order has become inevitable' in South Asia. In its statement, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) said that key strikes were carried out in areas such as Kech, Panjgur, Mastung, Quetta, Zamuran, Tolangi, Kuluki, and Nushki. The group claimed it targeted Pakistani military and intelligence sites, local police stations, vehicles transporting minerals, and infrastructure along major highways. The operations reportedly involved ambushes, IED blasts, sniper fire, targeted killings of Pakistani troops, and the seizure of security posts. The BLA urged both India and the international community to take 'decisive action' against Pakistan, warning that continued inaction could fuel further violence. 'If Pakistan continues to be tolerated, its very existence may lead to the ruin of the entire world,' the group stated, accusing the country of fostering terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad. Dismissing accusations of being a proxy force, BLA maintained its autonomy in pursuing an armed campaign for Balochistan's independence. 'The BLA is neither a pawn nor a silent spectator; we are a dynamic and decisive party,' said spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) is the leading armed group advocating for the Baloch people's right to self-determination. Since Balochistan's forced incorporation into Pakistan in 1948, the Baloch community has accused Islamabad of political marginalisation, resource exploitation, and systematic state violence—including extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances. Despite being rich in natural resources like gas, minerals, and coastal assets, Balochistan remains among Pakistan's poorest and most underdeveloped regions. The BLA opposes the extraction of these resources without local benefit and condemns the Pakistani government's denial of Baloch rights. According to news agency ANI, human rights organisations such as Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch report that thousands of Baloch activists, journalists, students, and political workers have allegedly been abducted or killed by Pakistani forces. Victims are often branded as "terrorists" or "foreign agents," and families are left without justice or accountability. The discovery of mass graves in several districts has deepened public distrust and highlighted the region's ongoing humanitarian crisis.
