FC HQ Under Attack: Suicide Bombing Kills 3; Gunmen Likely Inside
In a brazen assault shaking Pakistan, Frontier Corps (FC) headquarters in Balochistan was attacked Tuesday by a suicide bomber and armed militants, leaving 3 dead and several wounded. Security forces are engaged in a fierce firefight, with gunmen suspected inside the facility.
How the Attack Unfolded
At 8:30 AM local time, a massive explosion rocked the FC HQ entrance in Quetta, followed by sustained gunfire. Sources confirm a suicide bomber detonated at the gate, while armed assailants breached the compound.
“This is a complex attack—explosives followed by armed militants. Our forces are responding.”
— Senior Police Official (Anonymous)
Casualties & Emergency Response
- 3 FC personnel killed, over a dozen injured
- Army commandos deployed to neutralize threats
- Hospitals on high alert for casualties
Balochistan officials condemned the “cowardly terrorist act”, though no group has claimed responsibility yet.
Who’s Behind the Attack?
Balochistan faces dual threats:
✔ Separatist groups (Baloch Liberation Army, BLF)
✔ Islamist militants (Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, TTP)
The BLA’s past use of suicide bombers makes it a prime suspect in this highly coordinated assault.
Escalating Militant Violence in Pakistan
Recent attacks signal growing security risks:
🔴 Last month: Militants stormed a KP police station
🔴 FC frequently targeted in Balochistan insurgency
🔴 Political instability fuels militant boldness
Next Steps
- Communications blackout in parts of Quetta
- Emergency security meeting expected
- Nationwide alert for sensitive installations
This is a developing story—refresh for updates.
