The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) recently launched a suicide attack that targeted a convoy of Chinese engineers and investors leaving Karachi’s Jinnah Airport. The attack, executed by the elite Majeed Brigade, resulted in the deaths of over five Chinese individuals and injuries to more than a dozen others. The BLA said that at least fifteen Pak military personnel tasked with their protection were also killed, including several high-ranking officers from the Pakistan Army and intelligence agencies.
The spokesperson for the BLA, Jeeyand Baloch, said that this operation was a direct response to the ongoing occupation, oppression, and exploitation of Baloch resources by the Pak military and their Chinese allies. “This attack signifies our unwavering resolve to stand against the brutal occupation of our motherland. The Baloch nation has risen to reclaim its land, resources, and freedom,” he said.
Pak-occupied-Balochistan is rich in valuable resources, including gold and copper mines in Reko Diq and the mineral wealth of Saindak, yet the local population continues to face severe oppression. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is not merely an economic initiative; it is a calculated assault on Baloch’s existence, aimed at further enslaving the Baloch people and plundering their natural wealth.
BLA’s Zirab Executes Precision Attack
The BLA previously issued a 90-day ultimatum to China, demanding an end to its illegal cooperation with Pakistan against the Baloch. “China ignored our warnings and has continued to strengthen its foothold in our land,” said Jeeyand Baloch, reinforcing the notion that the BLA would not allow any foreign power to occupy Balochistan.
In the aftermath of the attack, the BLA reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Balochistan and its people. “We will fight tooth and nail against the forces of occupation. The day is not far when we will see Balochistan free from these oppressive regimes,” he said.
The spokesperson highlighted that the successful execution of the operation was made possible by the intelligence wing “Zirab,” which has infiltrated Pak Army institutions across POB. “Our years of preparation and intelligence work have enabled us to strike back effectively against those who exploit our land,” he said.
The BLA also issued a stern warning to China, stating that continued efforts to exploit POB would meet with increased resistance. “We will target all of China’s economic interests, and there will be no safe haven for foreign forces in Balochistan,” Jeeyand Baloch vowed.
This attack serves as a reminder of the BLA’s dedication to the cause of the Baloch people, who continue to struggle against the oppressive forces that seek to undermine their rights and sovereignty