10 Soldiers Killed in Remote-Controlled Attack on Military Vehicle in Pakistan – Baloch Liberation Army Claims Responsibility
A deadly attack on a Pakistani military vehicle in the outskirts of Quetta has sent shockwaves across the nation, raising fresh concerns about the country’s internal security situation. The incident occurred in the restive Balochistan province, where separatist movements have been active for years.
According to official sources, a military vehicle carrying personnel was traveling through a suburban area of Quetta when it was targeted using a remote-controlled explosive device. The blast was powerful enough to completely destroy the vehicle. Ten members of the Pakistan Army lost their lives in the explosion, while several others sustained serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital.
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), a banned separatist group operating in the region, has claimed responsibility for the attack. A video released by the group on social media shows footage of the blast and a statement claiming that it was a “planned operation” carried out by their fighters in retaliation against Pakistan’s “oppressive policies” in Balochistan.
Balochistan is Pakistan’s largest and resource-rich province, but it remains one of the most underdeveloped regions in the country. The people of Balochistan have long complained of marginalization and lack of fair share in natural resource revenues. These grievances have fueled insurgent movements like the BLA, which seek either autonomy or full independence from Pakistan.
Over the years, the Pakistani government has launched several military operations in the region to eliminate militant groups. While some progress has been made, attacks on military convoys, installations, and infrastructure projects—especially those connected to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)—continue to occur sporadically.
Security analysts believe that attacks like the one in Quetta are part of a broader strategy by Baloch insurgent groups to destabilize government control and draw international attention to their cause. The use of remote-controlled explosives is a signature tactic of such groups, enabling them to target military forces with minimal risk to their own operatives.
The recent incident has not only caused significant loss of life but also highlighted the ongoing challenges Pakistan faces in maintaining law and order in its border provinces. It may also affect foreign investments and diplomatic relations, as ongoing instability undermines investor confidence in key developmental projects.
In response, Pakistani military and government officials have vowed to take strict action against those responsible and intensify counter-terrorism operations in Balochistan. However, experts emphasize that a purely military solution is unlikely to succeed without addressing the underlying political and economic grievances of the Baloch people.
The attack serves as a grim reminder of the complex and deep-rooted conflict in Balochistan, where calls for dialogue, development, and reconciliation continue to be overshadowed by cycles of violence and retaliation.
