17 Militants Killed in Separate Security Operations in Pakistan’s Balochistan

ISLAMABAD — Seventeen militants were killed and several others wounded in two separate military operations in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province, authorities said on Sunday.

The operations were reported by the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), according to Qatar News Agency (QNA), and took place in separate areas of the province.

10 Killed in Khuzdar Operation

In the first operation, security forces targeted militants in the mountainous Shor Barood area of Khuzdar district. Authorities said 10 militants were killed and several others were wounded during the operation.

Seven Killed in Separate Lajay Operation

A second military operation was carried out in the Lajay area of Balochistan, where seven militants were killed and several others wounded, according to the report.

Weapons and Ammunition Recovered

Security forces also uncovered a large cache of modern weapons, ammunition and other equipment during the operations. The QNA report did not provide additional details on the recovered material.

Key Details

•    Total militants reported killed: 17
•    First operation: Shor Barood area, Khuzdar district, Balochistan
•    Militants killed in Khuzdar: 10
•    Second operation: Lajay area, Balochistan
•    Militants killed in Lajay: 7
•    Several others were reported wounded
•    Security forces recovered a large cache of modern weapons, ammunition and other equipment

Security Operations Continue in Balochistan

Balochistan has faced recurring security challenges, and Pakistani authorities have continued operations against armed groups operating in the province. The latest actions add to ongoing security efforts in southwestern Pakistan.

Key Takeaway

Pakistani authorities say 17 militants were killed in two separate operations in Balochistan, with 10 killed in Khuzdar district and seven in Lajay. Several others were wounded, and security forces reported recovering weapons, ammunition and other equipment.

Source
•    Qatar News Agency (QNA), citing the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), August 16, 2026.