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Balochistan security

Balochistan’s Long March Protest

Balochistan’s Long March Protest

By Shannon Tiezzi
An interview with Somaiyah Hafeez about the current protest movement demanding an end to forced disappearances and real accountability in Balochistan.

Mining Projects Face Security Threats in Pakistan’s Balochistan Province

Mining Projects Face Security Threats in Pakistan’s Balochistan Province

By Patrick Yeager
Baloch militant groups have increasingly targeted commerce, including mining trucks, traveling on local highways. 
Gwadar Protests Highlight CPEC’s Achilles’ Heel

Gwadar Protests Highlight CPEC’s Achilles’ Heel

By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
The mass protests reflect six years of disappointment and resentment on the part of locals who have seen no benefit from Chinese investment projects.

Suspicious Death of Baloch Activist in Toronto Raises Uncomfortable Questions for Pakistan

Suspicious Death of Baloch Activist in Toronto Raises Uncomfortable Questions for Pakistan

By Abhijnan Rej
Karima Mehrab was outspoken in her criticism of Pakistan’s powerful military.

Why Is China Vulnerable to Terrorism in Pakistan?

Why Is China Vulnerable to Terrorism in Pakistan?

By Sara Mahmood
Pakistan needs effective counterterrorism strategies to maintain strong bilateral ties with China.

Journalists in Balochistan: Caught Between the Devil and Deep Blue Sea

Journalists in Balochistan: Caught Between the Devil and Deep Blue Sea

By Shah Meer Baloch
Insurgents and security forces alike are targeting Balochistan's reporters.

Pakistan’s Census: A Baloch Perspective

Pakistan’s Census: A Baloch Perspective

By Hammal Kashani
Why many in Balochistan are not looking forward to Pakistan's first census in 19 years.
Pakistan’s Jihad Paradox in Balochistan

Pakistan’s Jihad Paradox in Balochistan

By Umair Jamal
The streak of attacks in Balochistan underlines Pakistan’s problem with the sectarian groups it used to support.

Balochistan and the Killing of Akbar Bugti: 10 Years Later

Balochistan and the Killing of Akbar Bugti: 10 Years Later

By Shah Meer Baloch
The 2006 death of the revered Baloch leader set off the fifth and fiercest round of insurgency in Balochistan.

The US Drone Strike That Killed Mullah Mansour: How, Why, and What's Next

The US Drone Strike That Killed Mullah Mansour: How, Why, and What's Next

By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz discuss the U.S. drone strike on Mullah Mansour.

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