Tensions escalate in Pakistan and Iran, clash over Balochistan

Tensions escalate in Pakistan and Iran, clash over Balochistan

Pakistan has called on Iran to take appropriate action to stop extremist attacks on the Pakistani army. Pakistan alleges that separatist Baloch Liberation Ormi uses Iranian land to carry out extremist attacks. In this connection, Pakistan's army chief General Qamar Bajwa spoke to Iranian Army Chief Maj. Gen. Mohammad Bakri and said that Pakistan also wants to have mutual respect and equality in its relationship with its neighbouring countries. This is the second case in recent times when relations between the two countries have been soured over an issue. Earlier in the day, Pakistan had alleged that despite its objection, Iran had sent 5,000 people back to Pakistan during the Corona era. Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qurashi had blamed Iran for spreading corona virus infection in Pakistan. On Friday, a patrol of the Fronter Corps was attacked in Balochistan, killing six soldiers. The attack was claimed by the Baloch Liberation Army. A statement issued by the Pakistani arm…