Pakistan: At Least Six Killed in Multiple Shootings Across Balochistan

Pakistan: At Least Six Killed in Multiple Shootings Across Balochistan
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At least six people, including a teenage girl and a soldier, were killed in a series of shootings across Balochistan, Pakistan, on July 8. Unidentified gunmen targeted various locations, including Pir Koh, Zehri Khuzdar, Hub Industrial Township, and Pashtunabad in Quetta, resulting in casualties among civilians and security personnel.

In Hub Industrial Township, the teenage girl and a civilian were fatally shot, while an army soldier was killed in Kalat. Two other victims died in Zehri Khuzdar, and another shooting occurred in Quetta’s Pashtunabad district. Security forces have launched investigations and intensified search operations, but no arrests have yet been made.

The incidents underscore ongoing security challenges in Balochistan, a region marked by militant activity, ethnic tensions, and attacks on civilians and military forces. Despite government efforts, residents continue to face safety concerns amid persistent violence. Authorities have urged public vigilance and cooperation as investigations proceed.