Pakistan is facing serious allegations from Baloch nationalist activists, who claim that the country’s military has used chemical agents during recent drone strikes in Balochistan.
Baloch activist Mir Yar Baloch claimed in a post on X that the Pakistan Air Force carried out “multiple drone strikes” in Kalat, Khuzdar, Bolan, Kohlu, Kahan, Chagai, Panjgur, and Noshki. He alleged that unusual substances, described as “chemical particles,” were found on debris from the sites, calling it a possible violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), which Pakistan has been a signatory to since 1997.
In a widely shared post, Mir Yar Baloch claimed, “Pakistan is using CHEMICAL WEAPONS against Baloch people in the Republic of Balochistan.” He said that credible reports had emerged of drone strikes hitting multiple areas on November 21, prompting calls for foreign experts to visit the affected regions.
Breaking News; Pakistan is using CHEMICAL WEAPONS against Baloch people in Republic of Balochistan. 21 November 2025 The Republic of Balochistan has received credible reports of multiple drone strikes conducted across several regions of Balochistan. We call upon… pic.twitter.com/vDvpbQedyW — Mir Yar Baloch (@miryar_baloch) November 20, 2025
Calls for International Investigation
Activists in Balochistan have demanded an investigation by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), the international body responsible for enforcing the CWC. However, at the time of writing, there has been no independent verification of these chemical weapons allegations from international organizations, medical professionals, or investigative journalists.
Reports of Increased Surveillance in Balochistan
Baloch activists have also reported increased aerial and ground surveillance in approximately fifty areas of the province. These claims align with a September 2025 Amnesty International report that accused Pakistan of operating one of the world's largest surveillance networks, with Balochistan being particularly affected. The report alleged that authorities use monitoring systems and spyware to track activists and dissidents.
Escalating Tensions In Balochistan
These allegations come amid rising tensions in Balochistan, where separatist groups such as the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and the United Baloch Army (UBA) have sought independence, portraying their struggle as a protest against systematic oppression. These groups are designated terrorist organizations by Pakistan, which considers the insurgency to be foreign-sponsored terrorism, often supported by India and Afghanistan.
Independent Verification Still Pending
Despite the seriousness of the allegations, the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and other international bodies have not yet publicly addressed the recent accusations or announced investigations into the matter.
