ISLAMABAD – The United Kingdom has strongly condemned the wave of coordinated terrorist attacks that struck multiple districts across Balochistan on Saturday, January 31, 2026. In a statement of solidarity, the British High Commission in Islamabad reaffirmed its support for Pakistan’s security and its rejection of extremist violence.
Simultaneous Assaults Across 12 Locations
The province witnessed a surge in violence early Saturday morning as militants from the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) launched simultaneous attacks in more than 12 locations, including Quetta, Nushki, Gwadar, Pasni, and Mastung.
According to security sources, the attackers targeted military installations, police stations, and civilian infrastructure. In Quetta, explosions were reported near the high-security Red Zone, while in Kalat, a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) was used to target a security camp.
Toll of the Conflict
The Ministry of Interior confirmed that 10 security personnel, including officers from the Frontier Corps and Balochistan Police, embraced martyrdom while repelling the assaults.
In a robust counter-offensive, security forces neutralized at least 58 terrorists on Saturday alone. This brings the total number of insurgents killed in the province to nearly 100 over the last 48 hours, following a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Harnai and Panjgur districts.
British Solidarity
The British High Commission expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims, stating:
”The UK condemns the terrorist attacks across parts of Balochistan today. We stand with Pakistan in rejecting terrorism and in our shared commitment to peace and security.”
Provincial Response and Disruptions
Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti praised the “courageous” response of the law enforcement agencies, noting that the timely intervention prevented much higher casualties.
The attacks have caused significant disruption to regional infrastructure:
Rail Services: Pakistan Railways suspended all train services between Balochistan and the rest of the country after tracks were damaged.
Communication: Mobile data services were temporarily suspended in Quetta, Sibi, and Chaman to assist security operations.
Civilians Targeted: In a tragic side-incident, five members of a laborer’s family were reportedly killed by militants in Gwadar.
As of Saturday evening, “sanitization operations” remain ongoing across the province to eliminate any remaining threats. The government has vowed to continue its campaign against “Fitna-al-Hindustan”—the term used by the state for foreign-sponsored militant groups—until the region is fully secured
United Kingdom Strongly Condemns Wave of Coordinated Attacks in Islamabad
Published: January 31, 2026
United Kingdom Strongly Condemns Wave of Coordinated Attacks in Islamabad
Published: January 31, 2026
ISLAMABAD – The United Kingdom has strongly condemned the wave of coordinated terrorist attacks that struck multiple districts across Balochistan on Saturday, January 31, 2026. In a statement of solidarity, the British High Commission in Islamabad reaffirmed its support for Pakistan’s security and its rejection of extremist violence.
Simultaneous Assaults Across 12 Locations
The province witnessed a surge in violence early Saturday morning as militants from the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) launched simultaneous attacks in more than 12 locations, including Quetta, Nushki, Gwadar, Pasni, and Mastung.
According to security sources, the attackers targeted military installations, police stations, and civilian infrastructure. In Quetta, explosions were reported near the high-security Red Zone, while in Kalat, a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) was used to target a security camp.
Toll of the Conflict
The Ministry of Interior confirmed that 10 security personnel, including officers from the Frontier Corps and Balochistan Police, embraced martyrdom while repelling the assaults.
In a robust counter-offensive, security forces neutralized at least 58 terrorists on Saturday alone. This brings the total number of insurgents killed in the province to nearly 100 over the last 48 hours, following a series of intelligence-based operations (IBOs) in Harnai and Panjgur districts.
British Solidarity
The British High Commission expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims, stating:
”The UK condemns the terrorist attacks across parts of Balochistan today. We stand with Pakistan in rejecting terrorism and in our shared commitment to peace and security.”
Provincial Response and Disruptions
Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti praised the “courageous” response of the law enforcement agencies, noting that the timely intervention prevented much higher casualties.
The attacks have caused significant disruption to regional infrastructure:
Rail Services: Pakistan Railways suspended all train services between Balochistan and the rest of the country after tracks were damaged.
Communication: Mobile data services were temporarily suspended in Quetta, Sibi, and Chaman to assist security operations.
Civilians Targeted: In a tragic side-incident, five members of a laborer’s family were reportedly killed by militants in Gwadar.
As of Saturday evening, “sanitization operations” remain ongoing across the province to eliminate any remaining threats. The government has vowed to continue its campaign against “Fitna-al-Hindustan”—the term used by the state for foreign-sponsored militant groups—until the region is fully secured