20 miners killed, several injured as gunmen open fire in Pakistan

Gunmen attacked a coal mine in Balochistan, Pakistan, killing 20 miners and injuring seven others. Most of the victims were from Pashtun-speaking areas, with three dead and four wounded being Afghan. The province is home to separatist groups seeking independence, accusing the government of exploiting the region’s resources. A recent attack on Chinese nationals outside the airport, claimed by the Baloch Liberation Army, raised concerns about security ahead of a major summit in Islamabad. The incident also raised questions about Pakistani forces’ ability to protect high-profile events and foreigners in the country.