Washington, Abu Dhabi denounce violence as ISPR says 92 militants killed, 18 civilians martyred
A damaged vehicle is pictured near an explosion site after an attack by Baloch insurgents in Quetta, Balochistan province, on Saturday. PHOTO: AFP
The United States and the United Arab Emirates on Sunday strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in Balochistan on January 31, expressing solidarity with Pakistan.
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Chargé d’affaires Natalie Baker condemns terrorist attacks in Balochistan
The United States strongly condemns the January 31 attacks and acts of terrorist violence against security personnel and civilians in Balochistan, claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army, a U.S.-designated organization.
– US Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) February 1, 2026
“On behalf of the United States, I extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to the victims of terrorism, their families and all those affected,” Baker said.
She said the people of Pakistan “deserve to live free from violence and fear,” adding that the United States stands with Pakistan in the face of such attacks.
“The United States remains a steadfast partner of Pakistan in its efforts to ensure peace and stability,” she said. “We stand in solidarity with Pakistan during this difficult time.”
In an official statement on X, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attacks as “criminal acts” and expressed its strong rejection of all forms of violence, extremism and terrorism aimed at destabilizing security and peace.
“The United Arab Emirates strongly denounces these terrorist attacks which took place in several cities of Balochistan, Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and which tragically caused the death of a number of innocent people,” the statement said.
Reactions also came from other countries a day earlier. The Saudi Foreign Ministry said the Kingdom “condemns and denounces the terrorist attacks carried out by separatists in various parts of Balochistan province.”
#Statement | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the condemnation and denunciation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the terrorist attacks carried out by separatists in various parts of the Balochistan province of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. pic.twitter.com/ffnW2zNUXd
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇸🇦 (@KSAmofaEN) January 31, 2026
The British High Commission said: “Our thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives and all those affected. We stand with Pakistan in its rejection of terrorism and in our shared commitment to peace and security.”
The UK today condemns terrorist attacks in parts of Balochistan. Our thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives and everyone affected. We stand with Pakistan in its rejection of terrorism and in our shared commitment to peace and security.
— UK to Pakistan 🇬🇧🇵🇰 (@ukinpakistan) January 31, 2026
The Turkish Embassy said: “We will continue to support brotherly Pakistan in its fight against all forms of terrorism. »
We condemn in the strongest terms the heinous terrorist attacks that took place in the Pakistani province of Balochistan. We wish Allah’s mercy to those who lost their lives and a speedy recovery to the injured.
We will continue to support brotherly Pakistan in its fight against…
– Türkiye in Pakistan (@TC_IslamabadBE) January 31, 2026
Terrorists carried out a series of coordinated attacks in several locations across Balochistan on Saturday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), 92 terrorists were killed by security forces, while 18 civilians were martyred.
The army said that during the mine clearance operations and intense clashes, “15 courageous sons of the soil, after fighting valiantly, made the ultimate sacrifice and embraced martyrdom.”
Read: 92 terrorists killed, 15 security personnel martyred as attacks foiled in Balochistan: ISPR
The banned separatist group Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attacks in a social media post, describing them as the second phase of “Operation Heroof”.
The government has designated the BLA and other Baloch groups as “Fitna al Hindustan”, alleging that they are acting as proxies for India to destabilize Pakistan through hybrid warfare. Officials say the BLA’s suicide wing, the Majeed Brigade, has developed ties to other anti-Pakistan militant groups operating from Afghanistan.
Security sources also claimed that Indian media and India-linked social media accounts amplified support for Fitna al Hindustan during the attacks, highlighting what they described as a coordinated hostile information campaign.
