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TTP claims killing of 15 Pakistani soldiers in ambush

Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) cadre in specialised gear. File pic released by TTP

Peshawar, Dec 17 (NVI) Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tonight claimed to have killed 15 Pakistani soldiers and injured dozens in an ambush in North Waziristan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan.

In a statement, TTP spokesman Muhammad Khorasani said two military tanks were destroyed in the ambush on a military convoy near Gulshan-e-Ada area after Fajr (morning) prayers today,

“After this, fierce face-to-face fighting began between the army and the Mujahideen, which continued until about 10 am,” he said

“Later, due to the strong insistence of national leaders and the security of the general population, the army personnel were allowed a safe passage,” he said.

Fifteen soldiers were killed and dozens were injured in this long four-hour battle, the spokesman said.

He said this attack was carried out to avenge the killing of TTP Commander Asad Shaheed Taqbalullah during a bloody gunfight with the army in Mir Ali 16 months ago back. (NVI)

Balochistan: BLA claims killing of 12 Pakistani soldiers, temporary seizure of city

Freedom fighters of Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) at some unknown location (File Pic)

Quetta, Dec 16 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) tonight said it killed 12 personnel of the occupying Pakistani military and injured several others in various operations in Balochistan, including the one in which it took control of the city of Panjgur yesterday.

In a statement, it said it lost three freedom fighters in these operations.

“Yesterday, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters took control of government buildings in Panjgur city and took positions at different locations in the city,” said the statement issued by its spokesman Jeeyand Baloch.

“The enemy (Pakistan) army tried to advance into the city but had to retreat due to the effective attacks by Baloch freedom fighters,” he said.

“During the clashes, a personnel of so-called Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) was eliminated, while two others were wounded,” the spokesman said, adding the BLA fighters maintained control for two hours, after which they returned safely as planned.

Today, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted a convoy of vehicles associated with Reko Diq exploitation project at Kalat, he said.

Three vehicles were set on fire during the operation, Jeeyand Baloch said, adding the Pakistani army personnel providing security to the convoy also suffered casualties in the attack.

Earlier, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army at Sechi in Dasht area of Kech when it tried to advance into the area on December 14, the spokesman said.

“Prolonged clashes continued between occupying army and BLA freedom fighters, in which several occupying army personnel were eliminated and wounded,” he said.

During this, fighters also shot down a quadcopter of occupying armym, he added.

BLA freedom fighters seized vehicles carrying rations for occupying Pakistani army, along with rations on December 13 in the Mehnaz area of Buleda, he said.

The freedom fighters released the drivers after giving a warning, he added.

Earlier on December 9, four enemy army personnel were eliminated and several others sustained injuries during a clash with the occupying Pakistani army in the Sunni area of Kech, he said.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighter Sufi Ismail was martyred in this clash that lasted for two hours, the spokesman said.

On December 14, prolonged clashes broke out between occupying Pakistani army and Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters in the Daghari area of Quetta when fighters were traveling for organizational work, he said.

“Occupying army tried to surround the freedom fighters using civilian vehicles, to which the freedom fighters retaliated immediately,” the spokesman said.

In this clash, 7 occupying army personnel were eliminated and several others were wounded, while two Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters attained the status of martyrdom, he said.

The spokesman paid rich tributes to the fallen colleagues and said “Once again, Baloch Liberation Army makes it clear that military advances, exploitative projects and all structures facilitating the occupying state will continue to be targeted in a systematic and planned manner.

“Our operations are related to the cause of national liberation and the sacrifices of our martyrs are foundation of this struggle. Their mission will continue on every front and this journey of resistance will not stop until it reaches its logical conclusion.” (NVI)

BLA claims killing of 4 Pakistani soldiers, injuring several in ambush in Balochistan

Representative image of Baloch Liberation Army (BLA).

Quetta, Dec 12 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed to have killed 4 Pakistani soldiers and injured several others in an ambush here in Balochistan.

BLA freedom fighters ambushed Pakistani army vehicles at Daghari Cross in Quetta while they were en route to their post, its spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said in a statement.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters engaged enemy army with rockets and automatic weapons, he said.

Two enemy vehicles came under attack, one of which was severely damaged by a rocket strike, the spokesman said, adding 4 enemy personnel were eliminated, while several others sustained injuries. (NVI)

Balochistan: BLA says it killed 11 Pakistani soldiers, captured one in 3 operations

Fighters of Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) at some undisclosed location. File Pic

Quetta, Dec 9 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) tonight said it killed 11 personnel of occupying Pakistani military, injured at least 3 and captured one alive during three attacks in Balochistan.

BLA also lost its three freedom fighters during these attacks in Mastung, Mand and Quetta, its spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said in a statement.

Giving details, he said BLA freedom fighters ambushed enemy personnel at Zehri Ghat in Dasht area of Mastung on December 7, when they were attempting to advance toward a local settlement.

In this operation, 9 occupying army personnel were eliminated on the spot and several others were wounded, he said.

The freedom fighters also succeeded in capturing one enemy personnel, Sepoy Zafarullah, the spokesman said.

During the operation, the Pakistani military used helicopters, quadcopters and surveillance cameras, but BLA fighters shot down 2 enemy quadcopters and a surveillance camera through an effective strategy, Jeeyand Baloch said.

The clash continued for more than two hours, during which BLA freedom fighter Dad Khuda Marri alias Rehan was seriously injured, he said, adding comrades tried their best to move him to a safe place, but he succumbed to his injuries.

On the same day, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted main camp of occupying army and the residence of a Colonel-rank officer in the Mand area of Kech.

Freedom fighters attacked the main gate, security posts and internal positions with rocket launchers and automatic weapons, the spokesman said.

In this operation, three occupying army personnel were eliminated and two were wounded, he said, adding the Pakistan military also suffered material losses.

During the operation, the BLA fighters also disabled quadcopter and camera used by enemy.

Last night, BLA freedom fighters attacked an enemy check post near Zarat Colony in Quetta city, causing significant damage to occupying forces, he said.

The spokesman paid rich tributes to the fallen BLA fighters, Dad Khuda Marri alias Rehan, Uzaifa Baloch alias Ganjal and Qasum Arman Baloch alias Almas, saying they remained faithful, disciplined and ideologically committed throughout their lives.

“Baloch Liberation Army pays tribute to its martyrs. These comrades were not only the vanguard of practical resistance against occupying forces but also the ideological foundation of this struggle.

“Their sacrifices declare that the Baloch national liberation movement continues to move forward with perseverance, consciousness and the blood of its sons,” the spokesman said.

“Baloch Liberation Army reaffirms its commitment to continue operations against occupying state. As long as foreign forces remain on our soil, our resistance will persist. Every fighter in our ranks will uphold the mission of our fallen comrades with unwavering resolve,” he said.

“The independence of Baloch nation is not a distant dream but an inevitable reality—and the BLA will continue its struggle for this sacred cause with full strength, clarity and determination,” he added. (NVI)

BLA says it killed 5 Pakistani soldiers, injured 3 in Balochistan

Special Tactical Operations Squad (STOQ) of Baloch Liberation Army (BLA).

Quetta, Dec 4 (NVI) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) tonight said it killed 5 personnel of the occupying Pakistani military and injured more than 3 in two separate attacks in Balochistan since yesterday.

In one operation, BLA freedom fighters targeted the main camp of occupying Pakistani army in the Hoshap area of Kech district of Balochistan with rockets and other weapons yesterday, spokesman Jeeyand Baloch said

The rocket hit and destroyed a security post of the occupying army, he said, adding two occupying army personnel were eliminated and several others were wounded in the attack.

In another operation, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army personnel with automatic weapons in the Shoaap area of Lijeh in Kharan last night.

Three occupying army personnel were eliminated on the spot and at least three more were wounded in the attack, Jeeyand said. (NVI)

Balochistan: BLA claims killing of 27 Pakistani soldiers, injuring 17 in 29 operations

Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) fighters at some undisclosed location. File Pic.

Quetta, Dec 1 (NVI) In an unprecedented wave of attacks, Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) killed 27 personnel and wounded 17 of the occupying Pakistani forces and their agents in 29 operations across Balochistan within a span of three days, the outfit said today.

BLA freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani Army, police forces and so-called ‘death squad’ agents in coordinated attacks across Balochistan between November 28 and November 30.

The freedom fighters also established blockades on main highways for hours and patrolled the areas during this period, causing huge embarrassment to the occupier regime.

Giving details, BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch said the freedom fighters struck occupying Pakistani Army’s Coast Guard camp in the Pasni area of Gwadar with multiple grenade launchers.

Freedom fighters targeted military intelligence personnel and agents of enemy Pakistani Army in Jiwani area of Gwadar with a remote-controlled IED attack while they were returning after extorting money from vehicles.

As a result of the explosion, three military intelligence agents were eliminated and two others seriously wounded, he said.

BLA freedom fighters attacked the security post of Pakistan Coast Guards main camp in Jiwani city with a grenade attack. Two enemy personnel were seriously wounded in the blast.

In Mastung city, BLA freedom fighters attacked the residence of an occupying Pakistan army major, firing several shells using grenade launchers and targeted occupying army personnel in an armed attack, eliminating one enemy personnel and wounding at least two others.

The BLA freedom fighters also targeted occupying Pakistani army and their defense installations in Quetta by carrying out six blasts.

BLA freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army personnel stationed at a checkpost at Wali Jet in Quetta, causing losses to the enemy.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters also attacked occupying Pakistani forces at Allahwala Chowk adjacent to Qambrani Road in Quetta with a remote-controlled IED attack, when ten personnel had gathered to set up a blockade, the spokesman said.

Five enemy personnel were wounded in the explosion, he said.

Meanwhile, State Forces CTD and Bomb Disposal Squad personnel attempting to advance towards the site were targeted in another remote-controlled IED attack resulting in further casualties and property losses to occupying forces.

BLA freedom fighters targeted and destroyed railway line near Munir Ahmed Road in Quetta with two IED attacks.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters launched a hand grenade attack on a vehicle of Kechi Baig Police Station in Quetta during patrol. The personnel suffered casualties and property damage in the blast.

BLA freedom fighters blockaded the highway in Gana area of Turbat and destroyed an installed tower using explosives. The occupying army had placed spy cameras on the tower which were destroyed.

In another operation in Gana, freedom fighters targeted an occupying army post with several shells fired using grenade launchers.

Freedom fighters struck the Military Intelligence office in Turbat city with a grenade attack.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters conducted a blockade on the main highway in Mand, Bulo area of Kech, continuing snap checks for more than two hours, while patrolled the area and addressed the Baloch people.

BLA freedom fighters took control of main highway in Tajaban area of Hoshap and maintained snap checks for three hours.

An occupying army convoy attempting to advance was targeted and destroyed by a remote-controlled IED attack, while another vehicle was ambushed by freedom fighters.

More than 6 enemy personnel were eliminated and several wounded in this operation, the spokesman said.

BLA freedom fighters also targeted a camp of occupying Pakistani army in the Gili area of Buleda. Freedom fighters fired several shells using grenade launchers and engaged with automatic weapons, causing losses to the enemy.

Freedom fighters ambushed and attacked on-foot personnel of occupying Pakistani army in Sabuni area of Zamuran as they left their camp. Two enemy personnel were eliminated on the spot and several wounded.

BLA freedom fighters attacked an occupying Pakistani army post located at the house of Martyr Jahangir in Tump, Gumazi area of Kech. As result of the attack, three enemy army personnel were wounded.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters conducted a blockade on main highway at Ornach Cross and maintained snap checks for more than four hours.

In another operation, freedom fighters ambushed and attacked on-foot personnel of occupying army at Baran Lak area of Ornach, eliminating two enemy personnel on the spot and wounding at least three others.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters conducted a blockade on the CPEC highway at Katgari area of Panjgur. During this, fighters apprehended six so-called death squad agents formed by occupying Pakistani army and seized their weapons, including three M4s, three Kalashnikovs and thermal scopes.

Freedom fighters took control of the Levies force station at Sabz Aap in Panjgur and seized all weapons and equipment, including a Kalashnikov, two pistols and three motorcycles. Fighters maintained blockade on the highway for more than four hours.

In another operation, Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters took control of police force station in the Washbod area of Panjgur and confiscated one Kalashnikov, other military equipment and two motorcycles and blockade was maintained on the highway for two hours.

Meanwhile, occupying Pakistani army attempted to advance in convoy but was targeted by another squad of freedom fighters in a remote-controlled IED attack, then ambushed and attacked. Three army vehicles were destroyed, seven enemy personnel were eliminated and several wounded.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters targeted occupying Pakistani army camp in Shekhri, Morgand area of Kalat, using automatic weapons including rockets. Four enemy personnel were eliminated and several wounded and fire broke out in the camp following the attack.

BLA freedom fighters eliminated an enemy personnel posted at the outpost of occupying army in Shekhri area of Kalat in a sniper attack.

Baloch Liberation Army freedom fighters eliminated an enemy personnel posted at the main camp of occupying Pakistani army in Shah Mardan area of Kalat in a sniper attack.

Baloch Liberation Army claims responsibility for all these attacks, issues a warning of further deadly operations and instructs the Baloch nation to maintain a safe distance from occupying forces, their facilitators and agents. (NVI)

BLF fighters attack camp housing foreign staff of key mining projects in Balochistan

Baloch Liberation Front (BLF). Representative pic

Quetta, Dec 1 (NVI) In a daring operation, a group of fighters of Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) tonight stormed a heavily-guarded complex housing foreigners associated with the Reko Diq and Saindak copper and gold mining projects in occupied Balochistan.

Reko Diq and Saindik are Gold and Copper mining facilities, operated by the Pakistan government along with some foreign companies. The indigenous people of Balochistan have been complaining that the rich natural resources of their land are being looted by the occupier Pakistan.

The complex in Nokundi in Chagai district of Balochistan was attacked by the members of Sado Operational Battalion (SOB), a unit of BLF, said a statement issued by the outfit fighting for freedom of Balochistan from Pakistani occupation.

“The subunit of the Balochistan Liberation Front, SOB, has initiated a heavy attack on the main compound of the foreign staff and engineers related to Saindak and Reko Diq projects. The operation is still ongoing. A detailed statement will be released after the conclusion of the operation,” the statement said.

According to local reports, the attack was initiated by a suicide bomber who blew himself up at the main entrance of the compound having the security of the Pakistani paramilitary force, the Frontier Corps.

Several other heavily-armed associates of the suicide bomber then entered the premises, after which loud noise of firing and blasts started.

The targeting of the key projects of Pakistan government came amidst a wave of attacks by Baloch freedom fighters across Balochistan during the last 24 hours.

Baloch freedom fighters targeted Pakistani forces, detonating IEDs, ambushing soldiers and attacking checkposts at various places in the occupied Balochistan.

The attacks took place despite the Pakistani authorities suspending internet and shutting down transport services and several urban centres in apprehension of such developments.

This demonstrates the prowess of the Baloch fighters to carry out attacks at their will.

Chagai district houses huge quantities of Gold and Copper deposits and is ranked among the world’s largest reserves of the rich natural resources.

SOB, a new unit, is named after Saadat Marri alias Mama Sado, who is one of the founding members of the BLF. He was killed on December 3, 2007, while fighting with Pakistani forces in Kech.

Saadat Marri had been involved in earlier phases of the Baloch resistance, including the movements of 1964 and the 1972 insurgency.

He and his family had shifted to Afghanistan in 1977 along with many other Baloch families in the wake of Pakistani repression.

However,  he returned in 1992 along with other Baloch refugees and settled near the Hazar Ghanji mountains.

When armed resistance reorganised in Makran around 2004, he again took part, joining younger fighters within the platform of the BLF despite his age.

The BLF’s move to launch a dedicated unit named after one of its historic figures, combined with its first suicide operation, reflects a shift in strategy and internal structuring which is likely to influence future dynamics in the region. (NVI)

TTP claims killing and wounding of 22 Pakistani soldiers and affiliates in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) cadre in specialised gear. File pic released by TTP

Peshawar, Nov 29  (NVI) Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tonight claimed to have killed and injured at least 22 Pakistani soldiers and affiliated militia persons in its 10 operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan.

These actions were carried out under TTP’s ‘Operation Al-Khandaq’ which is underway since the last two years against the Pakistani military and affiliated agencies.

Of the 10 attacks, 4 were carried out in South Waziristan district, 2 in Lakki Marwat, and one each in Bajaur, Khyber, North Waziristan and Tank, TTP spokesman Muhammad Khorasani said in a statement to NVI.

Giving details, he said in South Waziristan, a military officer was killed in an attack on a post which has been under siege of the TTP for the last several days in Sarki Khel area of Azam Warsak.

Eight more military officers were killed in an attack on a military convoy that was coming to end the siege, the TTP spokesman said.

Rest of the soldiers fled from the spot, leaving behind their slain colleagues, he said.

In North Waziristan, 10 military personnel were killed and injured in an ambush on three army vehicles in Abelanka in Dosli, the spokesman said.

TTP fighters also ambushed the personnel of a pro-government militia riding motorcycles near the Baloch check post in Tank City Bazaar, in which several were killed and injured, he said.

In Lakki Marwat, an activist of the so-called ‘nominal peace committee’, which carries out dirty tasks of the Pakistani military, was killed in a targeted attack in Isak Khel.

In Naurang, a military convoy was ambushed in Sara Darga area, the spokesman said, adding there is possibility of casualties in the attack.

In Bajaur district, an Army machine gunner Nazar Hussain was targeted and killed by the TTP in Malkana Dombki on the instructions of the TIA.

In Khyber district, a soldier was killed in a sniper attack on a military post in Jamrud. (NVI)

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador & Football icon David Beckham meets children in India; champions equality & opportunity

David Bechkham with children in Mumbai

Mumbai, Nov 28 (NVI) Iconic English football player and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Sir David Beckham met children and young people during a visit to India this week, and called for equal opportunities, inclusion and empowerment for every child.

“I am humbled by the drive, resilience and passion of the children and young people I met today who are fighting for change at an early age and having a say in their future. They are truly inspirational and have conquered many challenges to be where they are today. Their journey is an important reminder that we must continue investing in children and young people,” he remarked.

At the Cooperage Football Grounds in Mumbai, Beckham met 12-year-old Khushi and 10-year-old Rohit who found their calling in football, enabling them to learn life skills while giving them confidence, joy and a sense of belonging.

“I was always very quiet and withdrawn. Playing football helped me to open up and communicate better. I learnt how to interact with others and make decisions,” said Khushi.

Sir David also met with young children from a UNICEF-supported project which aims to make Mumbai a better place to live and play with every citizen coming together to support their community.

9-year-old Tirth, a waste compost champion said, “When I saw our school waste turning into compost and helping plants grow — I realised we’re not just cleaning; we’re giving life back to earth.”

“As UNICEF’s Goodwill Ambassador for the last 20 years, Sir David Beckham has consistently brought attention to the world’s children and the most pressing challenges they face. He is an inspiration for children in India and across the world and his appreciation will encourage them to pursue their dreams and motivate them to reach their full potential,” said UNICEF India Representative, Cynthia McCaffrey.

UNICEF partners with the Government of India to advance rights of children and young people to survive and thrive, especially the most vulnerable. For more than 76 years, this collaboration continues to focus on strengthening systems for health, nutrition, education, water and sanitation, child protection, social protection, and climate resilience so that children can learn, grow, and thrive. (NVI)

TTP: 15 attacks carried out on Pakistani military, 6 soldiers confirmed dead

Fighters of Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). File pic

Peshawar, Nov 27 (NVI) Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tonight said it carried out 15 operations against the Pakistani military on November 27 across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, which resulted in 6 confirmed killings of soldiers and several other ‘likely’ casualties among the forces.

At least 9 of these operations were carried out in North Waziristan, while 3 were conducted in South Waziristan, 2 in Bajaur and 1 in Peshawar, TTP spokesman Muhammad Khorasani said in a statement to NVI.

Giving details, he said in North Waziristan, TTP carried out three consecutive attacks, using Grenade Launchers (GL), on a military camp in Hasokhel in Mir Ali area.

Casualties are ‘likely’ in this attack, he said.

Two consecutive GL attacks were also carried out on a military post in Khushali, with casualties likely, Khorasani said.

Two consecutive GL attacks were carried out on the same military post a day earlier also, he said.

A soldier was killed in a laser gun attack on a picket in Dosli, the spokesman said.

In South Waziristan, TTP fighters attacked Malatuni Fort in Ladha with mortars, and subsequently the post was targeted with other weapons, Khorasani said, adding loss of life and property was reported in both attacks.

In Azam Warsak in South Waziristan, the Sarki Khel military post, which has been under siege by the TTP for the past several days, was attacked by the Mujahideen last night, killing three more military personnel, he said.

In Bajaur, an officer was killed in an attack carried out when the military personnel were constructing a new post in Dabri in Wada Mahmond.

In the same district, a Pakistan soldier on leave was killed by TTP in Khar in Raisat.

In Peshawar district, an ambush was carried out on a convoy of the Pakistan Army and Khasadar Force with small arms and ballistic missiles in the Faqiri Bandh area of Hasan Khel, Sharikira, in which injuries and casualties were reported, the spokesman said. (NVI)

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