The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has announced that its fighters have seized control of Dalbandin city and the Quetta-Taftan main highway in Balochistan, Pakistan. The group warned mineral transporters that convoys carrying what they described as “looted Baloch resources” would no longer be allowed to pass through this route. BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch stated that the fighters conducted multiple operations in Balochistan, resulting in the control of Dalbandin city, attacks on Pakistani forces, and disruptions to exploitative networks.
The BLA’s statement mentioned that during the coordinated attacks, 11 personnel of the Pakistani army were killed, and several others were injured. Additionally, vehicles belonging to exploitative companies were destroyed, and the group maintained control over key highways. The fighters claimed to have taken complete control of Dalbandin city after a highly organized assault, asserting that government buildings, including the local police station, were under their control for several hours. They reported seizing weapons, ammunition, and military equipment from the police station while setting official vehicles ablaze.
According to the BLA, Pakistani forces attempting to advance towards Dalbandin city were met with resistance at the bypass, resulting in casualties among the army personnel. The group also mentioned disabling army vehicles during a counter-attack, forcing the remaining personnel to retreat. The BLA further detailed incidents where they intercepted trailers carrying chromite on the Quetta-Taftan highway, destroyed an important bridge in Mastung, and conducted snap checking on the highway in Nushki.
The BLA fighters also engaged in seizing cargo trucks carrying minerals in Kharan, attacking a convoy in Mastung, and targeting surveillance infrastructure in Kech district. They claimed control over the Quetta-Taftan main highway, a critical route for supplies and minerals related to projects in the region. The group warned against the use of this highway for transporting minerals, emphasizing their commitment to protecting civilians while restricting exploitative activities.
