In a statement issued by Major Gwahram Baloch, spokesperson for the Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), the group condemned the growing military tensions in POB following an attack on Pak forces guarding Arab sheikhs who had arrived from Qatar. The attack, which took place on December 20 in the Rodkan area of Kolwah, is a reflection of the increasing strain between the Baloch people and the Paki establishment. According to fidayeens, the Pak military’s actions are escalating the already volatile situation in POB, a region that has been under occupation since 1948.
The BLF spokesperson pointed out that Pakistan’s decision to bring foreign guests into this war-torn region is a deliberate attempt to sow discord and mistrust between the Baloch people and their neighbors. This tactic is a direct consequence of Pakistan’s broader strategy of using Balochistan as a battleground for its own strategic interests, while ignoring the long-standing demands of the Baloch people for self-determination.
For the past two decades, the Baloch have been locked in a direct struggle with the Pak Army, which has been committing atrocities against the indigenous population, including enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings, and the imposition of draconian laws. The ongoing repression and violence, which the Paki establishment fail to acknowledge or address, have turned Balochistan into a place of constant suffering for its people.
Major Baloch made a strong appeal to the citizens of neighboring countries, particularly Qatar and Oman, to immediately reconsider their plans to visit Balochistan for hunting or leisure, as the region remains a war zone under Pak occupation. He said that the Baloch people, known for their hospitality, have always welcomed guests from their neighboring nations but emphasized that given the current warlike environment, it is critical for visitors to fully understand the situation on the ground before engaging with Pak military forces. Failure to do so, he warned, could endanger both their safety and their dignity.
The spokesperson also highlighted that the Baloch nation has been engaged in a relentless battle for freedom and justice. While Pakistan’s military forces continue their brutal crackdown, the Baloch Liberation Front remains steadfast in its commitment to defending the people’s rights, fighting for national liberation, and safeguarding the region from further exploitation and oppression. He pointed out that the Baloch have long suffered from the mismanagement and violence inflicted by the Pak Army, which seeks to silence any dissent with extreme force.
Further, Major Gwahram Baloch called on the leaders of Qatar and Oman to respect the sovereignty of Balochistan and to protect the safety of their citizens by discouraging any travel to the region. He stressed that the current situation in Balochistan is not one that can be ignored, and any involvement, however innocent, could inadvertently fuel the Pak military’s agenda of occupation and oppression.
The BLF’s stance is that Balochistan remains a war zone, and any involvement in its affairs by foreign powers is both unwelcome and dangerous. With the Pakistani military’s ongoing campaign against the Baloch people, no one should underestimate the dire consequences of crossing into the region under these circumstances.