WASHINGTON – The United States has strongly condemned the multiple attacks in Balochistan and pledged support in fight against terrorism.
The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs of the US State Department issued a statement on X, stating any violence disrupting peace and stability is indefensible.
We stand with Pakistan in its fight against terrorism and send our deepest condolences to those who lost their loved ones, it said.
On Monday, the militants launched several attacks in parts of Balochsitan targeting civilians and security officials.
In Musa Khel, terrorists stopped a bus in Rara Sham area and targeted innocent citizens working in Balochistan, killing at least 23 people after verifying their identities. Additionally, militants attacked Levies and police stations in Mastung, Kalat, Pasni, and Suntsar, according to media reports.
Despite the covert attacks, security forces responded swiftly, successfully neutralizing the terrorists’ plans. In the ensuing operations, 21 terrorists were killed, ensuring the security and protection of the local population. However, 14 security personnel, including 10 soldiers and four law enforcement members, were martyred during the operations.
Pakistan’s security forces remains committed to countering any attempts to disrupt the peace, stability, and progress in Balochistan, with the sacrifices of these brave soldiers only strengthening their resolve, ISPR had said in a statement.
