Eight Fighters Killed in Balochistan Clash
Summary
At least eight fighters were killed in clashes with a pro-government tribal militia in Pakistan’s Balochistan province after gunmen attacked a district council chairman’s residence and a gas company camp. One Peace Force member was killed and three others were injured.
Key Points
- At least eight fighters were killed in clashes with a pro-government tribal militia in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province.
- The fighting broke out in the Loti area of Dera Bugti district after gunmen attacked the home of District Council Chairman Ghulam Nabi Shambani and a gas company camp.
- Bugti Peace Force members returned fire during more than an hour of gunfire, and police said seven attackers were arrested.
- One member of the Peace Force died and three others were injured; no group has claimed responsibility.
