BALOCHISTAN: The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for 18 armed operations across Balochistan between May 4 and May 14, 2026, stating that 31 Pakistani security personnel were killed, including a Major-ranking officer, while several others were seriously wounded. The group also claims to have seized control of key highways for extended periods during the operations. Pakistani authorities have not independently confirmed these figures.
According to the BLA statement, the operations included seven IED attacks, ambushes, sniper strikes, grenade attacks, and highway checkpoint seizures across multiple districts. The group also claims its fighters seized control of main highways at several locations, targeting vehicles linked to what it describes as “exploitative companies” and detaining individuals associated with such projects.
The BLA acknowledged losing five of its own fighters during the operations.
BLA fighters targeted a vehicle carrying supplies for Pakistani security forces in Zamuran’s Jonki area with an explosive device, destroying it before setting it ablaze. On the same day in Kharan’s Raskoh area, fighter Sangat Ali Jan alias Sudais was killed in an attack by local collaborators locally known as Death squad of the security forces.
In the Kishnangi area of Noshki, BLA fighters destroyed a Levies paramilitary checkpoint using explosives, completely demolishing the post.
On May 7. A Pakistani security forces personnel was killed in a sniper attack on a military camp in the Ispalnji area of Mastung. On the same day, a remote-controlled IED attack targeted a military vehicle on the RCD Highway near Ornach, causing casualties and material damage.
On May 8 BLA fighters ambushed a Pakistani military convoy in the Maroo area of Mastung, killing three personnel on the spot.
On May 10 In Kalat’s Chapar area, security forces personnel were targeted in an IED attack causing casualties. During subsequent clashes, two BLA fighters Sangat Ihsanullah alias Master Maran and Sangat Nasrullah alias Mama Zagreen were killed. On the same day in Dalbandin’s Siah Chang area, two members of what the BLA describes as a military-backed “Death Squad” were killed in an armed attack. The group states their bodies were later retrieved by security forces.
On May 11 BLA fighters attacked security forces personnel stationed at a military camp in the Balangur area of Kech district, killing one and seriously wounding another. On May 12 In Zamran’s Gurkadan area, a remote-controlled IED targeted security personnel carrying supplies, killing one and wounding another. Separately in Gwadar’s Faqeer Colony, police personnel were targeted in a grenade attack, wounding two officers.
On May 13 In Panjgur, two Death Squad operatives identified as Shahab son of Nazir and Nabeel son of Jameel were killed on the CPEC route.
In Mastung’s Sheikh Wasil area, fighters targeted a convoy of 20 mineral-carrying vehicles along with their military escort on the Quetta–Taftan highway. Eight vehicles were destroyed and six security personnel were killed. The BLA described the convoy as transporting what it called looted Baloch natural resources.
In the Chamalang area’s Bala Daka location, acting on intelligence provided by its “Zirab” intelligence wing, BLA fighters first detonated a remote-controlled device under one vehicle before launching a heavy armed assault on a second vehicle, killing eight security personnel including Major Tausif Bhatti.
In Dalbandin, fighters conducted a checkpoint on the Quetta–Taftan highway for over two hours between Lag Up and Khazangi, detaining three individuals allegedly linked to the Siah Dak exploitation project and seizing a vehicle associated with the Reko Diq mining project.
In Noshki’s Sar Mal and Jorkin areas, fighters maintained a checkpoint on the Quetta–Taftan highway for several hours conducting snap checkings. When security forces attempted to advance at Sar Mal, their vehicles were targeted, killing three personnel and completely destroying one vehicle.
On May 14 BLA fighters full control of the Dringhar area of Mastung, seizing the local police station and other government buildings, taking all weapons, ammunition and government equipment. Separately in Mastung’s Kardgap area, fighters seized control of the Quetta–Taftan highway for several hours conducting snap checking.
The BLA also claimed that on April 25, three alleged Military Intelligence operatives Majid Badini, Ali Ahmad, and Suneel Iqbal were detained in Mastung’s Dasht area while moving suspiciously in disguise. Tracking devices were reportedly recovered from them at the time of detention.
The group claims that during interrogation, Majid Badini confessed to working as an informant for the military and facilitating Death Squad operations. Ali Ahmad son of Noor Ahmad confessed to working for three years within a network called “Molo,” operating undercover as a shopkeeper to monitor BLA movements and facilitate military operations. The BLA claims Ali Ahmad was working under the direct supervision of Colonel Ahsan and had been tasked with planting a tracking chip. The group further claims he was involved in facilitating raids on Baloch homes and enforced disappearances of young men.
The BLA states that its “Baloch National Court” sentenced Ali Ahmad to death for what it described as grave crimes against the Baloch nation, and that the sentence was carried out.
The BLA paid tribute to five fighters killed during the operations: Sangat Ali Jan alias Sudais, Sangat Ihsanullah alias Master Maran, Sangat Nasrullah alias Mama Zagreen, Sangat Tanveer alias Murad Khan, and Sangat Saadullah alias Wajid. Spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch said their sacrifices would remain a guiding light for future generations of Baloch.
