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At least 10 killed in Pakistan mining project attack: officials
Officials said militants killed at least 10 people at a copper and gold mining project in Balochistan on April 13, 2026. A separate assault on April 22, 2026 saw about 40 militants storm the NRLP mining site in Darigwan, Chagai district. The article was published on April 23, 2026.
Why It Matters
The incidents highlight ongoing violence in Balochistan and the security risks faced by mining operations amid regional unrest.
Timeline
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Militants storm mining site of NRLP in Darigwan, Chagai district
April 22, 2026
About 40 militants on motorcycles and other vehicles stormed the mining project site of Pakistani company National Resources Private Limited (NRL) in the Darigwan area of Chagai district.
Militants kill at least 10 at mining project in Balochistan
April 13, 2026
Officials said a group of militants killed at least 10 people at a copper and gold mining project in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province.