Draft:Fateh Squad
| Fateh Sqaud | |
|---|---|
| Dates of operation | May 2021 – Present |
| Part of |  Balochistan Liberation Army |
| Opponents |  Pakistan China |
| Battles and wars | Insurgency in Balochistan |
The Fateh Squad is a specialized unit within the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a militant organization active in Pakistan's Balochistan province.
Background
[edit]The unit was established in May 2021 and named after Fateh Qambrani, a BLA member who was killed in a 2018 operation. The Fateh Squad is involved in armed operations, primarily targeting Pakistani military and security forces. It is known for participating in high-profile incidents, including the 2024 Operation Herof and the 2025 hijacking of the Jaffar Express train. The BLA advocates for greater autonomy or independence for Balochistan and is designated a terrorist organization by Pakistan and several other countries.[1]
Unlike the BLA's Majeed Brigade, which is known for suicide attacks, the Fateh Squad specializes in high-intensity urban warfare, complex assaults, and follow-up operations. Their tactics often involve direct combat, storming military bases, convoys, and security posts following initial explosions or ambushes.[2]
Major attacks
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ SATP (2024-11-12). "Pakistan: BLA Blowback In Baluchistan – Analysis". Eurasia Review. Retrieved 2025-05-24.
- ^ "Noshki Bus Attack: The Baloch Liberation Army's Evolving Suicide Attack Strategy". thediplomat.com. Retrieved 2025-05-25.