Three Pakistan Coast Guards personnel were martyred in a terrorist attack in Jiwani, Gwadar, after militants used civilian boats as human shields to launch an attack on a patrol near the Pakistan-Iran border.
Terrorists carried out a cowardly attack in the coastal town of Jiwani, Balochistan, targeting personnel of the Pakistan Coast Guards and killing three officials, security sources confirmed.
According to initial reports, militants used boats belonging to local fishermen and small-scale diesel traders as human shields to launch the assault. Hiding behind civilian vessels, the attackers opened fire on a Coast Guards patrol, resulting in the martyrdom of three personnel.
The incident took place in Jiwani, a coastal town in Gwadar district located near the Pakistan-Iran border. The attack comes at a sensitive time, shortly after border trade routes were reopened to facilitate local livelihoods.
Jiwani is not just a remote coastal settlement but a critical economic hub for thousands of Baloch families. Due to its proximity to Iran, the town has long served as a center for cross-border trade, particularly in diesel and small-scale goods. Authorities have historically maintained flexibility along the border on humanitarian grounds to ensure that local communities are able to sustain their livelihoods.
Its strategic location near Gwadar also places Jiwani within the broader framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), making stability in the area vital for regional economic development.
Security officials believe that the attack was aimed at undermining economic stability in the region. The banned outfit Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), which has been involved in militant activities in Balochistan for years, is suspected of orchestrating the assault.
Analysts suggest that such attacks are designed to disrupt economic progress and create instability, potentially pushing unemployed youth toward militancy. The use of civilian boats in the हमला also highlights a dangerous tactic that endangers innocent lives while attempting to evade security forces.
The BLA, a proscribed terrorist organization, has repeatedly targeted development projects, security forces, and civilians in Balochistan. While the group claims to advocate for rights, officials maintain that its actions have consistently harmed local communities and hindered development efforts.
Authorities have vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the security of coastal areas. “Protecting Jiwani is essential not only for local communities but for the future of Balochistan,” a senior official stated.
Security in the region has been heightened following the incident, and investigations are underway
