Quetta, Balochistan –In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed a decisive victory against Pakistani occupying forces, forcing both ground and air reinforcements into retreat after an intense eight-hour battle.
According to a statement released by BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch, the freedom fighters executed a meticulously planned military strategy, resulting in the deaths of more than 30 Pakistani personnel, with numerous others wounded. The occupying forces reportedly suffered heavy losses in the prolonged clashes.
The BLA has maintained full control of a train and its 214 passengers—identified as Pakistani military, paramilitary, police, and intelligence officers—for over eight hours. Declaring these hostages as prisoners of war under international rules of engagement, the BLA has issued a stern 48-hour ultimatum to the Pakistani government.
The group demands the immediate and unconditional release of Baloch political prisoners, forcibly disappeared individuals, and national resistance activists in exchange for the safe return of the captives.“The 214 Pakistani personnel are being held under full security and in accordance with the rules of war,” Jeeyand Baloch stated. “If our demands are not met within the stipulated period, or if the occupying state attempts any military action during this time, all prisoners of war will be neutralized, and the train will be completely destroyed. The Pakistani army will bear full responsibility for the consequences.”
The BLA’s statement underscored their resolve, warning that the group is “fully capable of effectively and promptly implementing every decision it makes.” The announcement was described as “final and irrevocable,” signaling a potential tipping point in the ongoing conflict between the Baloch separatist movement and the Pakistani state.
This latest operation marks a significant show of strength by the BLA, which has long fought for Baloch independence, accusing Pakistan of exploiting the region’s resources while suppressing its people. The Pakistani government has yet to issue an official response to the ultimatum, though tensions are expected to rise as the deadline approaches.
As the situation unfolds, the international community watches closely, with the fate of the 214 hostages hanging in the balance.
