A Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) officer, civilians and workers were killed in separate attacks in Noshki and Dera Bugti, today Thursday.
The latest incidents come amid growing concerns over attacks attributed to the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), which have increasingly targeted locals for extortion, civilians and development-related activities across the province.
In Noshki’s Ahmed Wal Stop area, CTD officer Mama Afzal Jan embraced martyrdom after the banned BLA’s armed assailants opened fire on him. Security officials said the officer had been actively involved in counterterrorism efforts and was serving on the frontline against militant groups.
In a separate incident in Noshki’s central market, armed attackers targeted two individuals. According to police, Muhammad Qasim Badini was killed in the firing, while Abdul Basit sustained serious injuries and was shifted to hospital for medical treatment.
Following the attack, security forces and law enforcement agencies cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to trace those involved.
Meanwhile, in Dera Bugti, BLA’s terrorist targeted a gas exploration team working on an energy project, killing two members of the team. The victims were engaged in exploration activities aimed at supporting energy development in the region.
Security officials said an operation was launched in the area after the attack, while investigations into the incident are underway.
The latest attacks come as international observers increasingly point to the impact of violence on ordinary residents, workers and economic activity in Balochistan.
A recent report by TRT World highlighted that attacks claimed by the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) have frequently affected civilians, labourers, traders, passengers and development projects across the province.
The report cited the Jaffar Express attack as a major example and noted that railway infrastructure and train services had been targeted multiple times in recent years.
According to TRT World, such attacks not only result in the loss of lives but also disrupt transportation networks, trade routes and economic activity, affecting regional connectivity beyond Pakistan’s borders.
Separately, an article published by The Diplomat supported Pakistan’s call for broader international action against the BLA, urging the United States and other countries to back efforts aimed at designating the group at the international level.
The publication noted that the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia have already listed the BLA as a terrorist organisation.
Authorities say investigations into the recent attacks are continuing, while security forces remain engaged in operations against militant elements across the province.
