1 soldier martyred, 16 injured by ‘violent protesters in Gwadar’: ISPR

RAWALPINDI: A Pakistan Army soldier was martyred and 16 others, including an officer, were injured in unprovoked assaults by protesters in Gwadar, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Monday.

The military’s media wing in a press release said, “A violent mob in the garb of so-called Baloch Raji Muchi assaulted Security Forces’ personnel employed for security duties in Gwadar district.”

“On the other hand, fake and malicious propaganda is being spread on social media using doctored pictures and videos by the propagandists to gain sympathy and support for the unlawful violent march,” it added.

“Security forces have displayed extreme restraint to avoid unwarranted civilian casualties despite provocations,’ added the press release.

“The violent actions of the mob are unacceptable and those responsible will be brought to justice.”

The military’s media wing also advised citizens to avoid succumbing to propaganda, stay calm and peaceful, and cooperate with law enforcement to ensure public safety and order.

“Security Forces of Pakistan, in step with the Nation, remain determined to thwart attempts to sabotage the peace and stability of Balochistan.”

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