Baloch militants from BLA attacked Gwadar Port, targeting China's investments

Heavily-armed Baloch militants attacked Gwadar Port Authority Complex in Pakistan's Balochistan province, opening fire and causing multiple explosions. The Majeed Brigade of the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility for the attack, which targeted China's investments in the region. Security forces thwarted the attack and killed the eight attackers, according to reports. The BLA opposes China's investments in Balochistan and accuses China and Pakistan of exploiting the resource-rich province.

March 20, 2024
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