Archive · 24 Aug 2026
BLA Claims 33 Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Balochistan Operations
The Baloch Liberation Army, or BLA, said it carried out 36 attacks in Balochistan.
The group claimed that 33 Pakistani military personnel were killed.
It also said other personnel were injured in the attacks.
The reported incidents included ambushes, roadside bombs, and highway blockades.
They happened in places including Chaghi, Kalat, Hoshab, Nushki, Kharan, Basima, and Surab.
The BLA said it wants control and independence for Balochistan.
It said it will keep blocking roads and attacking military-related transportation and projects.
The article reports the BLA's claims, and it does not provide an independent confirmation or a response from Pakistani authorities.
The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for 36 operations across Balochistan over the past week.
The group said 33 Pakistani personnel were killed and several others injured.
The BLA reported attacks on military convoys, vehicles, bunkers, and routes in several districts.
It claimed six personnel were killed in an improvised explosive device blast near Makai in Kalat district.
The group vowed to expand highway blockades and continue targeting military-linked supplies, vehicles, and projects.
- Who
- The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility; Pakistani military personnel and commercial vehicles were targeted.
- What
- The BLA claimed 36 operations that killed 33 Pakistani personnel and injured several others.
- When
- The reported operations occurred over the week before the group's Sunday statement, including incidents from August 10 through August 18.
- Where
- Across multiple areas of Balochistan, including Chaghi, Kalat, Hoshab, Nushki, Kharan, Basima, and Surab.
- Why
- The BLA said it was opposing Pakistani military movements, economic projects, and what it called exploitation of Balochistan's natural resources.
- Claiming group
- Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)
- Reported operations
- 36
- Claimed Pakistani personnel killed
- 33
- Claimed casualties
- Several others injured
- Statement issued
- Sunday
- Reported period
- August 10 through August 18
- Key tactic
- Ambushes, improvised explosive device attacks, and highway blockades
- Independent verification
- Not provided in the article