Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti’s charge that militants are receiving “state patronage” across the border in Afghanistan reflects a deepening crisis. His claim that Afghan soil is being used to train and shelter militants who then strike inside Pakistan echoes Islamabad’s long-standing security concerns. The urgency is clear: just this month, 19 soldiers fell in […]
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti
Bugti blames Afghan ‘state patronage’ for terror attacks in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti said on Thursday that terrorists operating in Pakistan are receiving “state patronage” from Afghanistan. Speaking at a press conference, he alleged that militants use Afghan soil to plan and launch attacks on Pakistan. He claimed that many of the terrorists killed in recent operations were Afghan nationals. According to […]
Balochistan CM hails forces foiling independence day attack
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti praised security forces, including the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), on Monday for preventing a planned suicide attack that targeted Independence Day celebrations in Quetta. Speaking at a press conference, Bugti said the attackers intended to harm innocent citizens celebrating August 14, but swift action by law enforcement averted a potential large-scale […]
Pakistan to present undeniable proof of Indian interference on global forums: CM Sarfraz Bugti
QUETTA – Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti announced that Pakistan will soon present undeniable evidence of Indian interference in Balochistan at major international platforms, reinforcing its stance on regional destabilisation. In a strongly worded post on the social media platform X, the chief minister stated that India’s attempts to mislead the international community during the […]
Balochistan CM pledges peace and development, launches women’s bus service and cultural projects
QUETTA – Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti vowed to maintain zero tolerance for unrest in the province and unveiled a series of development and cultural initiatives during the provincial budget session on Wednesday. While addressing the assembly, CM Bugti stressed that peace and progress are the government’s top priorities. He announced the launch of a […]
Balochistan CM Bugti acts to tackle fuel and food shortages near Iran border
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti held an urgent meeting on Sunday to address food and fuel shortages reported in districts near the Iran border. The shortages followed rising tensions from the Iran-Israel conflict. During the meeting, CM Bugti reviewed the current supply situation, security status, and arrangements for the safe return of pilgrims and students […]
Heartbreaking school bus attack in Khuzdar: CM Bugti vows swift revenge
In a tragic incident that has shaken Balochistan, four children were martyred when a school bus was targeted in Khuzdar early Wednesday morning. The attack occurred near Zero Point while the bus was transporting 47 children to school. Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti condemned the cowardly act, promising swift and severe action against the perpetrators. […]
CM Bugti accuses Afghan government of sheltering Baloch rebels
Says false narratives and violence must end for peace in the region Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti has claimed that Baloch separatist fighters are being given refuge under official patronage in Afghanistan, further escalating cross-border tensions. Speaking at an event in Quetta on Thursday, Bugti criticized what he called a dangerous trend of protecting militants. […]