Quetta hit by deadly bomb at rally amid rising Balochistan violence and insurgency, deepening Pakistan’s security crisis in its largest province.
Since late January 2026, Pakistan's security forces have launched Operation Radd-ul-Fitna-1 in Balochistan following coordinated attacks by the separatist Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). The operation has killed over 200 militants, with significant casualties among civilians and security personnel. Pakistan accuses India and Afghanistan of backing the insurgents, allegations both countries deny. The insurgency targets security forces, civilians, and Chinese interests in the resource-rich province.
A series of coordinated attacks by the Baloch Liberation Army in Balochistan have resulted in nearly 200 deaths, including security personnel and civilians. Security forces have responded with large-scale operations, killing over 197 militants. The violence has severely impacted the region, which is rich in resources and has a long history of separatist insurgency.