Insurgent Zone

September 29 — Awaran: BLF fighters fired grenade launcher rounds at a Pakistani army security post in the Bazdad area of Awaran, causing casualties and material losses. September 29 — Surab: BLF fighters set up a roadblock and conducted snap checking on the Quetta–Karachi main highway at Mill in Surab for more than five hours. The statement said the purpose was to maintain control of the area and monitor the movement of forces and their facilitators. Fighters also addressed a crowd coming out after prayers at a Tablighi gathering in Surab. September 28 — Mand: BLF set up a roadblock and conducted snap checking on the main highway in Mand. The statement said trucks linked to Pakistan's economic interests were stopped, their tires burst, and drivers released after a warning. September 28 — Jhao: BLF attacked a forces' post in Siyah Damb, Jhao area, with heavy and automatic weapons, causing casualties and material losses. September 25 — Mand: BLF set up a roadblock and conducted snap checking on the main highway at Rek Bazaar in Mand. Four trucks linked to Pakistan's economic interests and one bulldozer were damaged. September 24 — Mand (Mehir): An IED was planted at a security post in Mehir, Mand. As two soldiers entered, it was detonated, killing one soldier on the spot and seriously wounding the other. September 24 — Mand (Baloch Abad): BLF targeted personnel providing security to a forces' convoy in Baloch Abad, Mand. One personnel was killed, and a forces' vehicle parked at the location was heavily fired upon and damaged. September 24 — Kharan/Kalat: The death sentence of Nusrat Tagapi, alias Sanjo, described as a national criminal, was carried out. BLF stated he was arrested on September 16 in Kharan city, proven guilty in the Baloch national court, and executed on September 24 at Muskan, Kalat. September 24 — Jhao: BLF attacked a police post in the Ladandri area of Jhao on the Awaran–Bela Road, took control of it, and seized military equipment. A roadblock was then set up on the highway. September 22 — Khuzdar: A post at Bulbul Salman Jho in Khuzdar was attacked with heavy and automatic weapons. One soldier was killed and one wounded. BLF stated a quadcopter attack was repelled. September 21 — Wadh: BLF ambushed a forces' convoy in Rousto, Wadh area, with heavy and automatic weapons, causing casualties and material losses. September 15 — Mashkay: A BLF sniper team shot and killed a soldier stationed at a post in Senidi area of Mashkay. September 7 — Khuzdar: Samiullah, son of Shafiullah, a resident of Gonko, Khuzdar, described as a national criminal, was shot dead. BLF stated he was active against the national struggle under the patronage of Nasrullah, and his network was involved in extortion, narcotics, and other social evils. He was arrested, presented before the national court, confessed to national treason, sentenced to death, and executed on September 7.

Picture of deceased civilian Ibrahim Dotani, who was killed by the Pro State "Peace Committee" in the Karikot area of Wana, South Waziristan.

· End to Mortar Firing and Drone Use: Participants demanded an end to mortar firing and the use of quadcopter drones in populated areas to protect civilians from loss of life and property. · Relaxation of Curfew: The resolution demanded relaxation in the frequently imposed curfew. Participants said effective arrangements must be made for the movement of patients, the elderly, women, and those facing emergencies during curfew. · Checkpoint Issues: The jirga highlighted difficulties faced by the public at various checkpoints, noting that some are closed before evening. They demanded checkpoints remain open until appropriate hours, with security forces present. · Speed Breakers: Reservations were expressed regarding speed breakers installed at checkpoints, with some places having three at the same spot. The jirga demanded speed breakers be constructed at appropriate distances and the height of safety walls reduced to facilitate large vehicles. · Mobile and Internet Service: Deep concern was expressed over the unavailability of mobile and internet facilities in Shaktoi. The jirga demanded immediate activation of mobile phone service along with 3G and 4G internet. · Legal Rights for Affected Families: The All Political Alliance demanded provision of legal rights for the heirs of civilians killed and injured during past military operations in Shaktoi, including diyat payments in accordance with the constitution and law, instead of fixed financial assistance.

The All Political Alliance South Waziristan Upper has announced a protest jirga at Sararogha on October 2. According to the alliance, the Sararogha jirga will deliberate on peace and order, basic facilities, movement, and other public issues faced by the people of Upper South Waziristan, especially Sararogha. Consultations will also be held on the future course of action.