ISLAMABAD:
As Pakistan grapples with a wave of terrorist attacks, international allies, including the United States and China, have condemned the recent militant assaults in Balochistan and pledged their support in combating terrorism.
Pakistan’s long-time regional ally, China, expressed deep sorrow over the attacks in the resource-rich province, home to major China-led projects such as the Gwadar port and the Saindak copper-gold mine.
The Chinese foreign ministry, through its spokesperson Lin Jian, condemned the attacks and reaffirmed Beijing’s unwavering support for Pakistan in its counter-terrorism efforts.
“China stands firm against all forms of terrorism. We will continue giving staunch support to Pakistan in its effort to advance counter-terrorism operations, uphold social solidarity and stability, and protect the safety of the people,” Lin Jian stated during a regular press briefing.
The United States also voiced strong condemnation of the attacks, particularly mourning the loss of law enforcers and civilians in Balochistan’s Musakhail and other areas.
“Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those killed in yesterday’s attacks. The United States will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Pakistan in its fight against terrorism,” the US embassy in Islamabad stated on its official X account.
The European Union joined in condemning the attacks, with EU Commission Spokesperson Nabila Massrali saying that “terrorism and violence in any form have no place” and expressing solidarity with the victims of the senseless violence.
Germany also expressed concern over the “recent surge in violence in Balochistan,” with the German Consul General in Karachi extending support to the victims and their families, hoping for a swift restoration of peace and stability in the region.
The recent attacks, claimed by the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), targeted civilians, police, and security forces. In response, security forces eliminated 21 terrorists and injured several others.