Rich in
mineral resources, Pakistan's southwestern province of Balochistan has remained
at the center of conflict for more than seven decades. The region has witnessed
prolonged political grievances, nationalist movements, and armed insurgency. At
the heart of the rebellion is the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), the most
prominent separatist group in the province. On Friday, coordinated attacks by
the group killed 45 Pakistani security personnel. The assault was only the
latest in a series...