A violent assault on the Reko Diq mining project convoy in Chagai district resulted in the deaths of twelve attackers during a confrontation with security forces. The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in Pakistan's resource-rich regions. Chief Minister Bugti firmly rejected any dialogue with armed groups, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence against civilians and state institutions. The attack highlights tensions surrounding major infrastructure and extraction projects in volatile border areas.

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