The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has asserted responsibility for a suicide attack targeting a convoy of Chinese nationals, resulting in the tragic loss of four Chinese citizens and nine Pakistani soldiers’ lives. In contrast, Pakistani authorities have dismissed these claims, stating that Pakistani forces neutralized two militants without causing harm to any military or civilian individuals.
The attack targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers involved in various projects in the Gwadar port city of Balochistan.
In a statement regarding the attack, BLA spokesman Jeeyand Baloch revealed that the operation ‘Zir Pahazag’ persisted for over two hours. A fierce exchange of gunfire and explosion involved the incident.
The statement added that two fighters, “Naveed Baloch alias Aslam Baloch and Magbool Baloch Alias Qayim targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers.
“According to the information received so far, at least four Chinese nationals and nine Pakistani military personnel were killed, and several were injured,” the statement said.
“This is the preliminary information, and the number of loses could rise,” the statement added.
However, as reported by media outlets, Pakistani security forces killed two militants without harming military or civil persons.
“Terrorists used small arms and hand grenades during the activity; however, due to an efficient and swift response, two terrorists were sent to hell without harming any military or civil persons,” ISPR said.
the statement added that the Security Forces of Pakistan remain determined to thwart the efforts of the enemies of peace and prosperity in the country.
Recently, there has been a surge in militant activities within Pakistan. These incidents have seen an uptick in attacks on various targets, including police officers, foreign nationals, and innocent civilians.
