Terrorist attacks in Balochistan: US, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Other countries strongly condemn

Islamabad: The international community has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Balochistan, expressing solidarity with Pakistan and extending condolences to the victims and their families.

United States

The US Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan, Natalie Baker, strongly condemned the cowardly terrorist attacks in Balochistan and expressed heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the victims and their families.

She stated that the proscribed Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the attacks and noted that the group is designated by the United States as a Foreign Terrorist Organization. On behalf of the United States, she extended sincere condolences to the victims of terrorism, their families, and all those affected by the violence.

Natalie Baker said that the people of Pakistan have the right to live free from violence and fear, adding that the United States remains a steadfast partner in Pakistan’s efforts to promote peace and stability. She reaffirmed that the US stands shoulder to shoulder with Pakistan and expresses full solidarity during this difficult time.

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia and Qatar strongly condemned the attacks, offering heartfelt condolences to the affected families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over the violent terrorist activities in Balochistan and stated that Pakistani forces are confronting terrorism with effective strategies. The Kingdom reaffirmed its support for Pakistan in the fight against terrorism.

Qatar

Qatar also issued a statement condemning terrorism in Balochistan, stating that the State of Qatar strongly condemns the attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province which resulted in loss of life and injuries.

The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated that Qatar categorically rejects all forms of violence, terrorism, and criminal acts, regardless of their motives or justifications. The statement extended condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the Government and people of Pakistan, and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.

United Kingdom

The United Kingdom condemned the terrorist attacks in various areas of Balochistan, expressed solidarity with Pakistan, and conveyed condolences to the families of the victims.

In a statement, the British High Commission reaffirmed its commitment to standing with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism, stating that their sympathies are with the affected families and that they stand with Pakistan for peace and security.

Türkiye

The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement posted on X, strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in Pakistan’s Balochistan province.

The ministry offered prayers for mercy for the martyred Pakistani soldiers and extended heartfelt condolences to the people of Pakistan. It further stated that Türkiye will continue to stand in solidarity with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism.