Quetta, Jan 17 (NVI) The daring attack on Kharan in Balochistan two days back was today claimed by Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) which said at least 50 Pakistani security men were killed and dozens injured in the multiple clashes with its fighters during the siege lasting several hours.
In a statement, the BLF said it lost 4 of its cadres in these clashes on January 15.
The BLF said it carried out a coordinated operation in Kharan and its fighters seized control of the city temporarily, captured the police station and confiscated arms and equipment.
The BLF was in control of many areas of Kharan city for several hours, during which there were clashes with Pakistani military, it said.
Attacks were also undertaken by the BLF on military convoys which attempted to enter the city as reinforcements, causing casualties to the Pakistani forces and damage to their vehicles.
At least 50 Pakistani military personnel were killed and dozens, including a Colonel and a Major, were injured in these clashes, it said.
Pakistani forces later carried out aerial strikes in surrounding mountainous areas, the BLF said. (NVI)
