In a significant escalation of ongoing insurgent violence, two explosions targeted a Pakistani military convoy in the Mangocher area of Kalat district on Saturday. The blasts occurred at separate points along the convoy’s route, reportedly causing casualties among the personnel on board, although the exact number remains unconfirmed.
According to preliminary reports, the explosions were powerful enough to halt the movement of the convoy, with emergency services and military reinforcements rushing to the scene. The attacks are suspected to be the work of Baloch separatist groups, notably the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which has stepped up operations across the province in recent months.
This incident adds to the growing list of attacks carried out by insurgents in Balochistan, a region long plagued by unrest due to demands for greater political autonomy and control over its vast natural resources. The province has seen frequent confrontations between security forces and armed groups who claim to be fighting for the rights and recognition of the Baloch people.
Security analysts view the latest attack as part of a larger strategy to disrupt state presence in the region and challenge military operations aimed at securing key infrastructure and transport routes. The volatile security situation has raised concerns not only within Pakistan but also among neighboring countries and regional observers.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident and have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators. Meanwhile, the military has cordoned off the area, and search operations are underway. The incident underscores the persistent instability in Balochistan and the urgent need for a comprehensive political and security strategy to address the root causes of the conflict.
