Baloch Liberation Army: The US has declared the Baloch Liberation Army and Majeed Brigade as a foreign terrorist organization, this information was given by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Baloch Liberation Army: The US has officially declared the Baloch Liberation Army and its allied organization Majeed Brigade as a foreign terrorist organization. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio gave information about the decision late on Monday night and said that these organizations have a long history of violence and terror.
According to Rubio, BLA took responsibility for suicide attacks in 2024 near Karachi Airport and in Gwadar Port Authority Complex. In March 2025, this organization hijacked the Jafar Express train and took more than 300 people hostage. 31 civilians and security personnel were killed in the incident. The US government says that declaring these organizations as terrorists will help in curbing their network, funding and activities. Let us tell you what is the entire history of the Baloch Liberation Army
What is Balochistan Liberation Army?
BLA is an armed separatist organization active in the province of Balochistan, Pakistan. Its purpose is to separate Balochistan from Pakistan to make an independent country. Pakistan, America and European Union have declared it a terrorist organization.
When was Bla formed?
The official formation of BLA was around 2000. However, the thinking and ideas behind it are associated with the Baloch rebellion in the 1970s. The separatist thinking and movement of the same era laid the foundation for giving birth to this organization.
What is the purpose of Bla?
BLA says that he is fighting for the rights of Baloch people. They allege that the Pakistani government takes advantage of resources such as Balochistan oil, gas and minerals, but keeps the people here away from development. Therefore, they want Balochistan to separate from Pakistan and become a separate country.
Who has targeted Bla?
Bla has been attacking most of the Pakistani army, police, government buildings and projects related to CPEC. He says that due to CPEC, outsiders are taking advantage of Balochistan oil, gas and minerals, so they also target Chinese companies and workers.
They work in small groups
Bla works in Bla many different commanders and small groups. It has no permanent or one leader. Leadership varies from time to time.
Who are the prominent BLA leaders?
Among some well-known leaders of Bla, the name of Balach Marri and Aslam Baloch comes. But this organization works in a secret way, so not all its leaders get the right information.
Where does Bla get support from?
BLA says that he gets the support of the Baloch public. Some reports states that he gets help from outside countries, but there is no sure evidence of this.
Why is BLA considered a terrorist organization?
Pakistan, the US and many other countries have declared BLA as a terrorist organization, as it attacks by arms, explodes and targets common citizens and security forces, which is against international law.
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What is the effect of Bla on Balochistan and Pakistan?
Blah has increased unrest in Balochistan due to BLA. Its attacks led to many development projects, especially CPEC, stopped or slowed down.