BLA Warns of Western Attack on Pakistan if India Acts Against ‘Terror State’

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has issued a stern threat recently: it will invade Pakistan from the western frontier if India attempts to dismantle what it terms Pakistan’s “terrorist state.” In a report of May 11, the BLA asserted that both its military and armed wings are ready for such an operation.

It also asked India to overlook Pakistan’s diplomatic moves and ceasefire proposals, terming them as just tactics to gain time. This strong statement has now introduced a new dimension of complexity to the already strained security environment in South Asia.

BLA Gives Full Support to India’s Strategic Goals

The BLA was not slow in announcing its solidarity with India’s position. The BLA publicly blamed Pakistan for being a terrorist hub, naming outfits like Jaish-e-Mohammad, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and ISIS. Pakistan is now a nuclear-armed purveyor of extremist ideologies, the BLA asserted. Hence, the organization claimed, regional peace will be forever elusive unless Pakistan is destroyed.

In addition, the BLA disavowed any notion of being a foreign-backed proxy force. Instead, it presented itself as a standalone resistance force. The BLA underlined that it has never received foreign military or economic aid, pointing out that its continuous struggle demonstrates even one of the world’s most highly militarized nations can be attacked from within.

BLA Escalates Attacks Across Balochistan

In the last week, the BLA has intensified its military operations in Balochistan. The group took credit for 39 coordinated attacks across the province, including raids on Kalat city and ambushes in Dera Bugti, Kohlu, and Kahan. On May 6, a roadside explosion killed seven Pakistani soldiers in Balochistan. Pakistan quickly attributed the attack to the BLA and accused India of complicity, although India has rejected the charge.

This escalations in violence are also in sync with India’s own armed forces’ actions. On May 6, India initiated Operation Sindoor against 11 Pakistani military installations and terror launchpads. The operation directly targeted major airbases in Skardu, Sargodha, and Nur Khan. India called these attacks specific and restricted, and only meant to nullify terror.

Global Call for Action Against Pakistan

The BLA has now demanded that the international community declare Pakistan a state sponsor of terrorism. The organization threatened that extremism will keep destabilizing the region as long as Pakistan exists in its present shape. It also blamed Pakistan for employing diplomatic niceties to hide its support for terrorism. It has called upon India to look beyond these moves and take firm action to counter Pakistan’s terror infrastructure.

With the BLA providing assistance, India is in a special situation. While India has not yet officially reacted to the BLA’s threats, the situation puts more pressure on Pakistan. If India takes more action, the region may witness a dramatic change in the power balance.

The scenario in South Asia is becoming increasingly complicated. With India and the BLA escalating the pressure on Pakistan, the threat of further escalation hangs in the balance. With international actors closely observing, the next few days may set the tone for the future of the region’s security.