London, Feb. 3 -- The Baloch Advocacy and Studies Center (BASC) expressed grave concern over public threats made by the Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfraz Bugti, warning of collective punishment against the family members of individuals accused of involvement in the Baloch armed resistance.

According to BASC, the remarks were made following a series of attacks claimed by the Baloch Liberation Army targeting security forces and government installations across multiple districts of Balochistan. In a public statement, Bugti said that families of those linked to armed resistance would "not be allowed to live normal lives," suggesting possible loss of employment, detention, and denial of access to education and healthcare.

BASC said the ...