Pakistan: Women Fighters Kill 200+ Pakistani Soldiers In Balochistan
The BLA launched violent attacks across Balochistan targeting the Pakistani army and CPEC projects, worsening security, diplomatic tensions, and regional instability.
The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) recently carried out coordinated suicide and gun attacks in 12 cities across Pakistan’s Balochistan province, mainly targeting the Pakistani army. These attacks have created fear and chaos in the region and raised serious questions about the control of Pakistan’s security forces.
The BLA has named these attacks “Operation Herof, Phase 2.0”. Earlier, in May 2025, the group had launched “Operation Herof”, which was also covered by ISH News. However, this time the attacks were more violent and well-organised, focusing on Pakistani security forces, Chinese workers, and major infrastructure projects linked to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Eyewitnesses said armed attackers were moving freely on roads before security forces arrived. Many attackers were dressed like ordinary civilians and suddenly opened fire in markets and shops. They also attacked security buildings, attempted suicide bombings, and blocked roads for short periods, badly affecting daily life.
Due to the tense situation, authorities closed key government offices in Quetta. Mobile phone services were jammed, and train services in the region were suspended to prevent further danger.
Pakistan’s security forces launched large military operations in response. The fighting continued for nearly 40 hours. Pakistani officials said at least 145 attackers were killed, while the BLA claimed that over 200 Pakistani soldiers lost their lives.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the security forces and said the government would continue its fight against terrorism until it is fully eliminated.
One of the most shocking claims by the BLA was the involvement of two Baloch women in the attacks. The group released photos and videos of the women, which quickly went viral. The BLA said this was to show that even educated Baloch women are angry with the Pakistani government and army.
One of the women was identified as 24-year-old Asifa Mengal, who reportedly decided to become a suicide attacker in January 2024 and was believed to have targeted an ISI headquarters. The second woman, Hawa Baloch, appeared in a video before the attack, mocking the Pakistani government and claiming it uses force only against civilians and women.
After the attacks, Pakistan’s military, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, and Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti accused India and Afghanistan of supporting the BLA. India strongly rejected these allegations, calling them baseless, and said Pakistan should instead address the genuine demands of the Baloch people.
The violence has also impacted international interests. China has reportedly begun reducing its presence in Balochistan and has temporarily stopped on-ground work at the Gwadar port. Pakistan may also reconsider starting new projects in the region due to repeated attacks on infrastructure.
At the same time, the United States has shown interest in Balochistan’s mineral resources, making the situation even more sensitive. The latest attacks have clearly worsened security concerns in the region, with long-term effects still uncertain.
