Gunmen Kill 21 Miners in Balochistan, Heightening Security Concerns

The attack on miners in Pakistan's restive province comes days before a major security summit in Islamabad.

Unidentified gunmen launched an assault on a coal mine in Balochistan's Duki district, killing 21 miners and injuring six others.
The attackers used rockets and grenades, damaging machinery before fleeing the scene, with no immediate claim of responsibility.
Local protests erupted as families of the victims demanded justice, refusing to bury their dead until the perpetrators are caught.
Authorities suspect the Baloch Liberation Army, known for targeting civilians and security forces, though no group has claimed the attack.
The incident raises concerns about security as Pakistan prepares to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in its capital.