In response to the suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that claimed the lives of six individuals, including five Chinese nationals, Amjad Ayub Mirza, a political activist from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), expressed concern over the Pakistani Army's waning control in the region and the growing strength of Baloch fighters.
Mirza highlighted a previous suicide attack in 2021 that targeted Chinese engineers, leading to heightened tensions between China and Pakistan. He suggested that the recent attack may have been outsourced to another organization, such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, by the Baloch Liberation Army or other groups.
Mirza emphasized the escalating attacks on Chinese assets, indicating both the Pakistani Army's loss of control and the growing resilience of Baloch fighters. He believes this marks the final phase of the Baloch struggle.
According to Geo News, the attack involved a suicide bomber crashing an explosive-laden vehicle into the car carrying the Chinese nationals. Five Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver were killed in the incident.
The Chinese embassy in Pakistan has demanded a thorough investigation and severe punishment for the perpetrators. The embassy has also urged Pakistan to take effective measures to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.