Pakistan deploys helicopters, drones to end standoff with Baloch rebels
Summary
Pakistan has used helicopters and drones to take back control of a town in Balochistan from Baloch rebels after intense fighting. The conflict has caused numerous deaths among security officials and civilians. Authorities have imposed strict security measures in the region.Key Facts
- Pakistan deployed helicopters and drones in the town of Nushki, Balochistan, to combat Baloch rebels.
- Seven officers died in the three-day battle to regain control of the town.
- The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) launched attacks across the province, hitting banks, schools, and security sites.
- The BLA claimed to have killed 280 soldiers in their operations.
- Pakistan imposed security restrictions, banning gatherings in Balochistan, which borders Afghanistan and Iran.
- The conflict in Balochistan has been ongoing for decades, with violence increasing in recent years.
- The region is rich in resources like coal, gold, copper, and gas, leading to tensions over resource control.
- Authorities allege that the fighters are supported by India and Afghanistan, but those countries deny this.
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