Serial Blasts Rock Balochistan, Pakistan: Powerful Explosions Hit Five Locations in Quick Succession
A series of powerful explosions struck five different locations in Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province, escalating tensions in the region. According to recent reports, the coordinated attacks targeted key areas, including the provincial capital Quetta and other cities like Turbat, Panjgur, Kech, and Buleda. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), a separatist group fighting for independence, has been linked to these attacks, with reports of grenade assaults, gunfire, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) targeting Pakistani military and security installations.
The blasts caused significant disruption, with explosions and heavy gunfire reported near critical sites such as the Frontier Corps headquarters in Quetta. Local authorities have sealed off affected areas, and bomb disposal teams are investigating the nature of the attacks. While exact casualty figures remain unclear, similar recent incidents in Balochistan have resulted in significant losses, including the deaths of Pakistani security personnel. For instance, a BLA-claimed IED attack on May 6, 2025, in Bolan and Kech killed 14 soldiers.
These attacks come amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions, with Pakistan accusing India of involvement in Balochistan’s unrest, a claim India denies. The Pakistani military is also grappling with internal security challenges, as former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi recently stated that the government and army are losing control over Balochistan, particularly after dark.
The situation remains volatile, with Baloch separatist groups intensifying their campaign against Pakistani forces, citing political exclusion and economic exploitation of the resource-rich province. Further details on the latest blasts are awaited as investigations continue.
