The main cantonment of Pakistan forces in the heart of Quetta came under attack as unknown armed men launched multiple mortar shells, shaking the city and exposing the military’s grip on Pak-occupied-Balochistan.
Witnesses reported loud explosions as some shells breached the heavily-guarded cantonment area, detonating with force. Despite the Army’s claim of tight security, the attackers managed to penetrate the military stronghold with ease.
The sound of the blasts echoed across Quetta, triggering fear among residents. One mortar shell hit an electric pole near Model, plunging several areas into darkness. The Army, however, has tried to downplay the incident by providing no details about potential casualties or damage.
The attack once again highlights the increasing challenges faced by the Pakistan military in maintaining control over Pak-Occupied Balochistan (POB), where years of suppression and brutal tactics have only fueled resentment. Despite the Army’s oppressive operations, including enforced disappearances and military-backed death squads, freedom fighters like BLA & BLF continue to strike at will, undermining the occupied-state’s authority.
The Pakistan Army’s colonial mindset and its obsession with silencing Baloch community have only deepened the conflict, making military installations like the Quetta cantonment prime targets for retaliatory strikes.