Deadly Attacks in Baluchistan, Pakistan
Gunmen fatally shot 23 passengers in Baluchistan, Pakistan in one of the deadliest attacks, with a separate attack killing at least nine people. Insurgents blew up a railway track and attacked a police station. President and Interior Minister condemned the attacks.
Key Points
- 23 passengers fatally shot in Musakhail
- Separatists target non-Baluch people to weaken the province economically
- Previous attacks blamed on outlawed groups and demand for independence
- Insurgent attacks may hinder development work in Baluchistan
Pros
- President and Interior Minister vowed justice for the victims
- Increased awareness of separatist violence in Baluchistan
Cons
- Loss of life and disruption of peace in the region