Pakistan Strikes Back: Eight Indian-Backed Terrorists Eliminated in Balochistan Operation Amid Rising Cross-Border Threats

Islamabad, Pakistan | December 26, 2025

In a decisive blow against foreign-sponsored terrorism, Pakistani security forces neutralized eight militants linked to the Indian proxy group 'Fitna al Hindustan' during an intelligence-based operation in Kalat district, Balochistan, on December 24. The raid, part of the ongoing 'Azm-e-Istehkam' counterterrorism campaign, resulted in an intense firefight where the terrorists were eliminated without any casualties to Pakistani troops. Authorities recovered a significant cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives, underscoring the group's involvement in attacks targeting civilians and infrastructure in the restive province.

Pakistan has long accused India of fueling insurgency in Balochistan through proxies like 'Fitna al Hindustan'—a designation for Baloch separatist outfits allegedly trained, funded, and armed by Indian intelligence agencies to destabilize the resource-rich region. This operation highlights the persistent threat of cross-border terrorism emanating from India, where state-sponsored networks continue to exploit local grievances for separatist violence, including bombings, ambushes, and targeted killings. Balochistan, home to major projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), has seen a surge in such attacks, with Pakistani officials repeatedly presenting evidence of Indian involvement at international forums.

The timing of this raid comes amid heightened global scrutiny of terrorism exported from South Asia. Notably, just weeks ago on December 14, a deadly terrorist attack at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach claimed 15 lives during a Hanukkah celebration. The perpetrators—a father-son duo, Sajid Akram (an Indian national from Hyderabad) and Naveed Akram (Australian-born)—were inspired by Islamic State ideology, with Australian authorities confirming their meticulous planning, including firearms training and failed IED attempts. Sajid Akram, who migrated to Australia decades ago but retained Indian citizenship, underscores how individuals with direct ties to India can radicalize and carry out atrocities abroad.

This Bondi Beach massacre, described as Australia's worst shooting in decades, serves as a stark reminder of the broader dangers posed by unchecked radical networks. While Pakistan faces direct Indian-backed proxies in Balochistan, the international community witnesses similar threats from radicals with Indian connections perpetrating violence overseas. Experts warn that India's alleged support for destabilization in neighboring countries risks blowback, fostering environments where extremism flourishes and spills across borders.

As sanitization operations continue in Kalat to root out remaining threats, Pakistan reiterates its commitment to eradicating terrorism in all forms. The nation calls on the global community to address root causes, including state sponsorship of cross-border terror, to prevent future tragedies like those in Balochistan and beyond. In a region plagued by proxy wars, peace demands accountability—no nation should harbor or export terror with impunity.