At least 18 Pakistani soldiers were killed in a suicide attack on an army camp in Mastung district of Balochistan, Pakistan. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) said in a video message that its Majid Brigade launched an attack using a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBID) in the Kandwa area, destroying an army camp and nearby security posts. The group also claimed that several other soldiers were injured in the blast. The attack took place on Thursday.
B.L According to him, after the blast, militants from his Fateh Squad entered the camp and attacked security personnel who survived the blast. He further claimed that a nearby security post was targeted as part of a coordinated operation.
The BLA claimed responsibility for the attack
The organization identified the suicide bomber as Usama Shahwani alias Wadud, a resident of Khadkocha, Mastung. He said that Shahwani joined the organization in 2022 and became a member of Majid Brigade in 2024.
The BLA further claimed that Shahwani participated in several operations in Kalat, Nagaho and Shur Parod. He also said that he fought in Nushki for three days during his so-called Operation Harof II.
Violence continues in Balochistan
The group also used the statement to oppose mineral exploration and investment projects in Balochistan and threatened foreign companies and investors involved in such activities.
He specifically targeted the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026, alleging that mineral projects in the province are aimed at exploiting its natural resources. The organization warned that companies and investors participating in these projects may be attacked. The BLA said its armed campaign will continue until Pakistani security forces withdraw from Balochistan and the area is liberated.
