The province of Balochistan in Pakistan has been engulfed in violence following a series of unprecedented attacks by separatist militants. According to the Pakistan News Network, these attacks are the largest ever coordinated assaults by insurgents in the region, highlighting the failure of Pakistan's policy of using violence and political repression to quell the decades-old insurgency. The Tribune Latest reports that the attacks were led by Baloch groups such as the BLA and Majeed Brigade, targeting both civilian and military installations, resulting in significant casualties. The Hindu notes that at least 216 terrorists, 36 civilians, and 22 personnel have been killed in the ongoing operations, which were initiated after credible intelligence confirmed the presence of terrorists in areas like Panjgur and Harnai district.