Security Concerns Rise After Attack on Miners in Balochistan, Pakistan
Tragedy struck in southwest Pakistan as armed assailants killed 20 miners and injured seven at a coal mine in Dukki district, Balochistan. The attack occurred just days before a major international summit in Islamabad, raising concerns about security in the region.
The attackers, armed with heavy weapons, stormed the miners’ quarters, gathered the workers, and opened fire. The victims, mainly from Pashtun-speaking regions, included three Afghan nationals. Despite the brutal assault, no group has claimed responsibility at this time.
Balochistan, known for armed movements like the Balochistan Liberation Army, has been a hotspot of violence. Recent incidents, including an attack on Chinese nationals near Pakistan’s largest airport, have highlighted security challenges in the region.
With the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Heads of Government summit in Islamabad, concerns have been raised about the ability of Pakistani security forces to protect high-profile events and foreign nationals. The recent attacks have underscored the urgency of addressing security issues in the country.