New Delhi, July 18: Violence is expected to surge in both Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) in the coming days. Several terrorist organizations are contemplating significant actions in response to the emerging security situation.
According to security sources, the Pakistani army has coordinated efforts by bringing together Lashkar-e-Taiba (LET), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JEM), and the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) to counter the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Balochistan and KP.
Officials indicate that the BLA, TTP, and various other terrorist groups are moving towards forming a united front against the coalition established by the Pakistani army. They warn that this alliance could pose a significant challenge to the military, but it is part of a broader strategy in the region.
Sources reveal that the TTP, its faction led by Hafiz Gul Bahadur, the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), and the BLA have decided to fight together not only against Pakistan’s coalition but also to target Chinese interests in the region.
An officer from the Intelligence Bureau (IB) stated that the new alliance aims to establish control over the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project.
Baloch people have long opposed this project, claiming it does not benefit the local population. They accuse the Pakistani government of exploiting Balochistan’s resources, asserting that the revenue generated only reaches major cities in Pakistan.
The BLA has fought against the government for years, becoming Pakistan’s most significant nightmare over time. Officials suggest that the emerging alliance seeks to seize resources in both Balochistan and KP.
Another official noted that groups in Balochistan have begun demanding a share of project profits from Chinese investors in exchange for guaranteeing their security. They warned that unless assurances are made that a portion of the profits will be used for the welfare and development of the Baloch people, Chinese companies should reduce their involvement in the region.
This strategy aims to instill fear in Chinese investors. China has repeatedly warned Pakistan to take control of the project and ensure the safety of its investments and citizens.
Beijing has also offered to send its military to secure CPEC and its citizens in Balochistan. However, Islamabad requested time, indicating that it would not require Chinese military presence in the area.
Officials stated, “The emerging alliance has also agreed on a strategy to enhance Pakistan’s security apparatus.”
Under this plan, any attack in Balochistan and KP will be executed simultaneously, forcing security forces to respond on multiple fronts.
The strategy aims to coordinate attacks in Balochistan and KP, putting pressure on the resources of Pakistan’s security apparatus and pushing the military into a defensive position.
Experts on Pakistan believe that if this new alliance solidifies, it will not be easy to counter potential coalitions involving organizations like the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammad. They argue that several factors favor this new alliance, potentially giving it an edge.
According to experts, the most significant factor is local support, which both the BLA and TTP have in abundance. In Balochistan, the BLA is viewed not as an enemy but as a group fighting for regional interests. In contrast, organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad are less likely to receive local support, as they are seen as closely aligned with Pakistan’s power establishment.
An official mentioned that gathering local intelligence is crucial in dealing with organizations like the BLA and TTP. Additionally, these groups possess deep knowledge of the region’s geography, providing them with a significant logistical and operational advantage.
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