Army major, 4 militants killed in security operations in southwestern Pakistan
Tragedy in Balochistan: A Pakistan Army major and four militants were killed in a series of security operations in the province. The major died in an IED explosion amidst ongoing low-intensity rebellion.
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 10:17 AM 19 October 2026
At least five people, including a Pakistan Army major, were killed in a series of security operations in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province, the military said Monday.
Four militants were killed in Kalat district, while the major lost his life in an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion in Pasni town of the strategic Gwadar district, the army said in a statement.
Security forces have been facing a low-intensity rebellion in mineral-rich Balochistan province, where some militant groups are fighting for cessation of the province.
Pakistan accuses neighboring India and Afghanistan of patronizing militant groups, a charge both countries deny.
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