Escalating Violence in Balochistan: Four Baloch Fighters Killed

Four Baloch fighters lost their lives in a fierce gun battle with a pro-government militia in Barkhan, Balochistan, on Friday. The clash occurred in the Koh-e-Jandar area of Rakni tehsil and lasted for several hours. Reports indicate heavy weapons were used. The deceased were identified as Mustafa Noor, Samiullah, Rasaan Qadir, and Shahzaib. Their bodies were taken to a hospital in Rakni. The opposing group is believed to be a state-backed militia. No official statement has been released by Pakistani authorities. In a separate development, heavy fighting was reported in the Spilinji area of Mastung district during a military operation by Pakistani forces. Troops entered the mountainous region, leading to intense gunfire and multiple explosions. The exact number of casualties remains unknown. The incidents highlight the ongoing conflict between Baloch nationalist groups and state forces in the volatile region.