Posts by: The Baloch Circle
Court acquits Lala Wahab Baloch and fellow protesters after false charges
Lala Wahab Baloch, the Deputy Organizer of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), has been acquitted by the court following his arrest during a protest at the Karachi Press Club. According to Sammi Deen Baloch General
Balochistan’s Resilient Struggle: Beyond the Narrative of Militancy – Aneesa Baloch
Written By: Aneesa Baloch The ongoing struggle in Balochistan is not merely a militant insurgency; it is a profound movement for the right to self-determination. The growth of this protest, with the active participation of
Baloch Yakjehti Committee protests against enforced disappearances in Hub Chowki
A protest organised by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) took place in Hub Chowki on Monday, despite police efforts to restrict access to the Lasbela Press Club. The demonstration is part of the BYC’s ongoing
Baloch Women: Pioneers of Resistance and Change
The history of Balochistan is rich with tales of women’s valiance, where figures like Banadi and Hani crisscrossed the pages of history with fidelity, loyalty, and unforgettable sacrifices. These women symbolize the strength and resilience
Family appeals for justice after disappearance of Babul Baloch
Naik Muhammad, a resident of Machh, has expressed grave concerns about the disappearance of his brother, Babul Baloch, who he claims was forcibly taken by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) on October 28, 2024. Babul, who
We claim responsibility for neutralizing Agent Dashti Khan in Quetta – BLA
Written By: Bahot Baloch Baloch Liberation Army fighters shot and neutralized Dashti Khan, an agent and operative of the secret agency of the Military Intelligence (MI) of the occupying Pakistani army in Quetta. Fighters carried
Germany: BNM Commemorates Baloch Martyrs with Candle Vigil, Photo Exhibition, and Seminar
Germany: The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organized commemorative events in Hannover to honor Baloch martyrs. Photographs of the martyrs were displayed, and a documentary film about their sacrifices was presented to attendees through a projector.
Freedom vs. Justice: Indifference and the Dilemma of Persuasion – Rizwan Baloch
Freedom and justice, though seemingly interlinked, present a philosophical conundrum that compels us to question their coexistence. These principles challenge us to assess their intrinsic value and the metaphorical trapdoor they open in the realm
Man reportedly taken by Pakistani forces in Panjgur
Pakistani security forces have reportedly detained a man named Fareed from the Panjgur district in Balochistan, taking him to an undisclosed location. He was allegedly apprehended during a raid at his home in the Khudabadan
Internet services suspended in Balochistan due to military operation
During a Senate Committee on IT and Telecom meeting, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman Major General (Retd.) Hafiz Rahman confirmed the internet shutdown, revealing that the Ministry of Interior had sent a letter requesting the
Comprehensive military operation approved against separatist groups in Balochistan
Pakistan’s Apex Committee has authorized a “comprehensive military operation” targeting separatist groups in Balochistan, following a series of deadly attacks, including a suicide bombing at Quetta Railway Station that resulted in numerous soldier casualties. The
Balochistan government advises against night travel on November 20 due to security concerns
The Government of Balochistan has issued a directive advising transporters to avoid traveling at night on Wednesday, November 20. This notice, released by the Provincial Transport Authority, applies to routes within Balochistan as well as
Intense military operation in Noshki enters third day
A military operation in Balochistan’s Noshki district entered its third day on Thursday. Reports suggest that homes have been set on fire, and mortar shells have been fired in several areas. The operation is reportedly
BLA claims responsibility for attacks on Pakistani military
Pakistani military personnel conducting operations in Balochistan’s Noshki district were targeted by armed individuals on Thursday night, with additional attacks reported in Quetta and Turbat. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), a pro-independence Baloch armed group,
BYC condemns state-sponsored violence against Baloch people
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has condemned the ongoing state-sponsored violence that has been oppressing the Baloch people for over seven decades. The committee stated that the region has been transformed into a war zone,
Dr. Mahrang Baloch criticises Punjab’s support for military operations in Balochistan.
Dr. Mahrang Baloch, the organizer of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), has voiced strong criticism against intellectuals, journalists and political figures in Punjab for their support of military operations in Balochistan. During her visit to
Pakistani forces conduct major operations in Balochistan’s Kech District amid widespread concerns
Pakistani forces have initiated a significant military operation in the mountainous region between Buleda and Zamuran in Balochistan’s Kech district, marked by a substantial troop deployment. Local sources indicate that a large contingent of military
Families of the disappeared demand justice; sit-in protest in Awaran continues
On November 27, 2024, the family of Dil Jan Baloch and the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) conducted a seminar during their ongoing sit-in protest in Awaran, advocating for the safe recovery of Dil Jan, who
Students in Quetta protest the reopening of Bolan Medical College and hostels
Students in Quetta have set up a protest camp outside Bolan Medical College (BMC), demanding the reopening of the college and its hostels, which they allege have been “occupied” by police. The protest is a
Baloch Liberation Army claims responsibility for attack on telecom infrastructure in Turbat
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the destruction of a mobile tower and exchange facility in the Buleda Menaz area of Turbat, asserting that the infrastructure was being employed for espionage by
Balochistan’s captivating images; A lifeline for ailing photographer
For 14 years, Kamanchar Baloch has dedicated himself to capturing the essence of Balochistan’s culture, stunning landscapes, and the plight of its impoverished residents. Born in Tehsil Mand, Balochistan, on November 25, 1998, Kamanchar has
Resident of Kech district disappears in Karachi raid
A man from Kech district, Balochistan, has reportedly disappeared in Karachi after Pakistani forces allegedly detained him and his two sons during a raid on their house in Goth Mallir. According to sources, the man’s
4th meeting of Afghanistan’s neighbors begins in Samarkand
The fourth meeting of the Neighbouring Countries of Afghanistan began on Thursday in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, with the presence of Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting foreign minister of the Taliban government, and representatives of more than eight neighboring
Balochistan: two men killed in firing incidents
At least two persons were reportedly killed in two separate firing incidents in Balochistan on Friday. According to reports, unidentified armed men entered a house in the Dera Murad Jamali area of Balochistan and shot
Rampant street crimes leave residents of Khuzdar in fear and helplessness
The city of Khuzdar has become a hub of criminal activities, with reports indicating that street criminals, snatchers, and thieves are rampant in the area. The situation has left the residents of Khuzdar living in
Quetta: BLA claims responsibility for attack on police that killed 4, injured 18
In a deadly incident that occurred on Monday, at least four people, including two police officers, were killed and 18 others were left injured in an explosion in Quetta, the capital city of Balochistan. The
Military operation in Mach, Bolan enters fourth day, disrupting local life
The Pakistani security forces have reportedly cordoned off multiple areas of Balochitan’s Mach, Bolan and their environs, as a large-scale military operation in the region enters its fourth day. The ground troops, assisted by gunship
