"Pakistan Thwarts Militant Attack on China-Backed Gwadar Port, Kills Eight"

Pakistani security forces repelled an attack by militants on a complex near the Gwadar port, killing all eight attackers. The port, heavily invested in by China, is part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the assault, which targeted government and intelligence offices. This incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in the region, where separatist groups have been fighting for a larger share of regional wealth.