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Categories: CRIME · POLITICS · INTERNATIONAL
Pakistan internal conflict and cross‑border ops
Entities: Manji Khel, Tank district · Frontier Corps Balochistan · Lakki Marwat district · Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan · Pakistan Army
Overview
Militant violence across Pakistan persisted through July 2026. The Baloch Liberation Army reiterated its claim of a suicide‑truck attack on a Pakistan Coast Guard camp in Jiwani, Gwadar, stating that more than 30 guards were killed and many injured, and released video footage of the blast and a subsequent ground assault by its Fateh Squad. Pakistani authorities have not verified the casualty figures.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the provincial government announced the recruitment of 4,306 new police constables, including a significant number of women, to bolster security ahead of anticipated Taliban‑linked attacks. Chief Minister Muhammad Suhail Afridi urged the new officers to prioritize crime elimination and counter‑terrorism.
Security forces continued intensive operations in the province. An intelligence‑driven raid in Bannu district on 15 July killed five militants and seized weapons. A larger assault announced on 17 July under the "Azm‑e‑Istehkam" campaign reported 24 militants killed, including members of the Fitna al‑Khwarij network, with additional weapons recovered.
The conflict escalated further on 25 July when Tehreek‑e‑Taliban Pakistan claimed a wave of coordinated attacks that killed more than 56 soldiers and injured dozens across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including a deadly strike on a joint army‑police camp in Manji Khel, Tank district. Separate shootings in Lakki Marwat and the destruction of a girls’ school were also reported. These developments underscore the deepening internal insurgency and its impact on border‑area security.
Timeline
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1 day ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesKhyber Pakhtunkhwa faces wave of militant strikes, dozens of security forces killedTTP claimed over 56 soldier deaths in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including a major Manji Khel attack; a Frontier Corps officer was later killed in Lakki Marwat.
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10 days ago
[CRIME] 8 sourcesPakistan Security Forces Kill Militants in Bannu OperationPakistan’s forces say an intelligence‑driven operation in Bannu district killed up to 24 militants of the Fitna al‑Khwarij network, seized weapons and launched further searches.
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12 days ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesKhyber Pakhtunkhwa expands police force and conducts anti‑militant raidKhyber Pakhtunkhwa recruits over 4,300 police, including women, and a Bannu raid kills five militants, highlighting a push against Taliban‑linked violence.
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23 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesBaloch Liberation Army kills over 30 Pakistan Coast Guard personnel in Gwadar attackThe Baloch Liberation Army claimed a suicide truck bomb killed over 30 Pakistan Coast Guard members and injured dozens in a Gwadar camp, with no official confirmation yet.
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23 days ago
[CRIME] 4 sourcesBaloch Liberation Army claims 30‑plus Pakistan Coast Guard deaths in Jiwani attackThe Baloch Liberation Army said its Majeed Brigade launched a suicide truck bomb and assault on a Pakistan Coast Guard camp in Jiwani, Gwadar, killing more than 30 guards and wounding dozens.
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24 days ago
[CRIME] 4 sourcesBaloch Liberation Army claims suicide attack kills over 30 Pakistan Coast Guard personnel in JiwaniThe Baloch Liberation Army says a suicide truck bomb and follow‑up assault on a Pakistan Coast Guard camp in Jiwani killed over 30 personnel and injured many; authorities have not verified the toll.
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28 days ago
[INTERNATIONAL] 5 sourcesPakistan kills 29 militants in cross‑border operation near AfghanistanPakistan’s forces killed 29 militants in a ground and air operation near the Afghan border after a Karachi Rangers attack, prompting diplomatic protests from both countries.
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30 days ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesPakistani security forces eliminate terrorists in Paktia, Paktika and KunarPakistan’s security forces killed several militants and destroyed weapon caches in a night‑long operation against Jamaat‑ul‑Ahrar and Fitna al‑Khwarij in Paktia, Paktika and Kunar on 28‑29 June.
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about 1 month ago
[CRIME] 3 sourcesSix militants killed in Lower Dir police‑CTD operationSix militants were killed in a police‑CTD raid in Lower Dir’s Brichar area, with weapons seized and Interior Minister Naqvi praising the operation.
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about 1 month ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesPakistan security forces eliminate 21 militants, including four ring leaders, in North WaziristanPakistani security forces killed 21 militants, including four ring leaders, in Miran Shah, North Waziristan, as part of a continuing counter‑terrorism effort.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistan security forces kill 14 Indian‑backed militants in Balochistan operationPakistani security forces killed 14 Indian‑backed militants and lost Lance Havildar Muhammad Abbas in an intelligence‑led raid in Balochistan; the president and prime minister praised the operation.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistan security forces kill 27 militants in North WaziristanPakistan security forces killed 27 India‑backed militants in North Waziristan during 72‑hour intelligence operations, recovering weapons and avenging a local leader’s death.
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about 2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesPakistan security forces kill 27 militants in North Waziristan operationPakistan's security forces eliminated 27 Indian‑backed Khawarij militants in North Waziristan's Meran Shah area over 72 hours, seizing weapons and continuing clearance ops.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesBaloch militant groups kill senior officer and dozens of troops in BalochistanMilitant groups BLA, BRAS and BRG carried out coordinated attacks in Balochistan, killing a senior officer and dozens of troops in June.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesPakistan security forces kill 33 India‑backed terrorists in North Waziristan and BalochistanPakistan forces killed 27 India‑backed terrorists in North Waziristan and six in Panjgur, recovering weapons and receiving high‑level praise for the raids.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesPakistani security forces kill six terrorists in Balochistan's Panjgur districtPakistani security forces conducted an intelligence‑based raid in Panjgur, Balochistan, killing six terrorists and seizing weapons, ammo, IEDs and a vehicle.
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about 2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesPakistan security forces kill four Fitna‑Al‑Khwarij militants in Khyber PakhtunkhwaPakistani forces eliminated four Indian‑backed Fitna‑Al‑Khwarij militants in two Khyber Pakhtunkhwa operations on 3‑4 June 2026, seizing weapons as part of a counter‑terrorism drive.
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about 2 months ago
[CRIME] 3 sourcesPakistan security forces kill 21 terrorists in intelligence‑based raids across Balochistan and Khyber PakhtunkhwaPakistani security forces killed 21 terrorists in intelligence‑based raids across Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, seizing weapons and citing the Azm‑e‑Istehkam counter‑terrorism strategy.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesPakistan Railways restores Balochistan service after three‑day haltPakistan Railways resumed Balochistan train services on May 30 after a three‑day halt caused by a deadly May 24 blast that killed 14.
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistani forces accused of enforced disappearances in Balochistan raidA late‑night raid in Winder, Balochistan, saw Pakistani security forces and the Counter Terrorism Department detain civilians, including a man and two minors whose whereabouts remain unknown, amid renewed calls
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 4 sourcesFive killed in shooting attack in Harnai, BalochistanUnidentified gunmen opened fire on locals in Shahrag, Harnai district, Balochistan, killing five and injuring three after checking CNICs; police investigation ongoing.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesBaloch Liberation Army claims suicide blast on Jaafar Express shuttle in Quetta, PakistanA suicide blast on a Jaafar Express shuttle near Quetta killed 27 and injured 131; the Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility.
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesSuicide Car Bomb Strikes Military Train in Quetta, Pakistan, Killing at Least 20A suicide car bomb hit a military train in Quetta, Pakistan, killing at least 20 and injuring dozens; the Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility and the prime minister condemned the attack.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 13 sourcesQuetta train bombing kills over 30, claimed by Baloch Liberation ArmyA suicide car bomb hit a Quetta shuttle train on May 24‑25, killing over 30 and injuring dozens; the Baloch Liberation Army claimed the attack, prompting condemnation from Pakistan and China.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesBalochistan train bombing kills 24 and injures dozens in PakistanA suicide bomb on a train in Balochistan killed at least 24, injured dozens, and was claimed by the Baloch Liberation Army; officials vowed a strong response.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 5 sourcesPakistan army kills 11 TTP militants in North WaziristanPakistan security forces killed 11 TTP militants in North Waziristan’s Datta Khel area, recovering weapons, amid ongoing regional insurgency and a separate killing of four peace‑committee members.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 3 sourcesBalochistan train bombing kills 24 and injures over 50 in PakistanA bomb on a military train near Quetta, Pakistan, killed 24 and injured over 50; the Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 126 sourcesQuetta train bombing kills at least 24, injures over 70A suicide bomb hit a military train near Quetta, Pakistan, killing at least 24 and wounding over 70; the Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility.
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistan forces linked to killings and disappearances in BalochistanPakistan's Frontier Corps and intelligence units are accused of killing civilians and forcibly disappearing activists in Balochistan, including the murder of poet Ghamkhwar Hayat Baloch and threats against a BM
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesPakistan security forces kill 23 militants in Khyber PakhtunkhwaPakistani security forces killed 23 militants, including leader Jan Meer (Toor Saqib), in intelligence‑based operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, seizing weapons and destroying tunnels as part of the Azm‑e‑Ist
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesPakistan army kills 22 militants in North Waziristan clearance operationPakistan security forces killed 22 militants in a North Waziristan operation; President Zardari praised the troops.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 3 sourcesIED blast kills tribal chief in Wana market, South WaziristanAn IED blast in Wana market, South Waziristan on May 18 killed three, including tribal chief Malik Tariq, and injured four.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesBalochistan university officials abducted; teachers schedule province-wide protestsFour Gwadar University staff were kidnapped on a Balochistan highway, prompting student protests and planned teacher rallies province‑wide.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesBannu Police eliminate five militants in anti‑terror operationBannu Police killed five militants, including a key commander, during Operation Intiqam‑e‑Shuhada against terror groups.
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesPakistan sees surge of suicide attacks and militant violence in Balochistan and Khyber PakhtunkhwaPakistan faces a wave of suicide attacks and escalating militant violence in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with HRCP warning of worsening security.
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2 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesTTP suicide bombing on Pakistan army camp in Bajaur kills at least 15 soldiersTTP suicide bombing on a Pakistan army camp in Bajaur on May 15 killed at least 15 soldiers.
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 16 sourcesFive Pakistani soldiers killed in Balochistan clash, seven militants also deadFive Pakistani soldiers, including a major, died in a Barkhan operation; seven militants were also killed.
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2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistani security forces linked to enforced disappearance and killing in BalochistanHuman‑rights group says Pakistani security forces killed a 19‑year‑old and forced disappearances in Balochistan.
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3 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesBomb blast in Lakki Marwat, Pakistan kills at least nineA bomb on a rickshaw exploded in Lakki Marwat, Pakistan, killing at least nine and injuring over 20; Pakistani Taliban suspected but denied.
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3 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesPakistan's Lakki Marwat IED blast kills 7, injures dozensAn IED blast in Lakki Marwat, Pakistan, killed 7 and injured up to 23, prompting a security sweep amid rising regional attacks.
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3 months ago
[CRIME] 5 sourcesLakki Marwat market bomb kills nine, injures dozensA bomb in Lakki Marwat market killed nine, wounded dozens; police blame TTP and accuse Afghanistan of sheltering militants.
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3 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesBaloch activists accuse Pakistani forces of targeting mothers and labourers in BalochistanBaloch activists claim Pakistani forces target activist mothers and blame security troops for a deadly labourer massacre in Balochistan.
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3 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesSecurity forces repel major militant assault in Pakistan's Hangu DistrictPakistani security forces thwarted a 100‑plus militant raid in Hangu, killing six civilians and injuring 13.
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3 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistani forces face accusations of forced disappearances in BalochistanHuman rights groups report rising kill‑and‑dump killings and forced disappearances by Pakistani security forces in Balochistan.
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3 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesPakistan mourns Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Hussain killed in Balochistan counterterror operationLt Col Khalid Hussain died after a Balochistan counterterror raid; Pakistan’s leaders held funeral prayers, blaming Indian‑backed terrorists.
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3 months ago
[POLITICS] 7 sourcesBLA claims 11 Pakistani security personnel killed in BalochistanBLA says its attacks across Balochistan killed 11 Pakistani security personnel, injured many and captured three intelligence officers.
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3 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesMilitant attacks on mining sites in Chagai district kill 19 in PakistanMilitant attacks on two mining sites in Chagai district, Pakistan, kill 19 people.
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3 months ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesMilitant attacks on Pakistan police leave officers dead and woundedMilitant attacks on Pakistani police kill four officers and injure nine across Diamer and the northwest.
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