US Names Outlawed Pakistani Group as Terrorist Organization

The US has designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a Pakistani separatist group, as a terrorist organization. This move comes as relations between the US and Pakistan have been improving. The BLA has been engaged in a long-running insurgency against the Pakistani government, seeking independence for the Balochistan province. Pakistan has been pushing for the group to be labeled as a terrorist organization internationally. The US State Department's designation of the BLA as a "Specially Designated Global Terrorist" will impose sanctions on the group and its members, prohibiting US citizens from engaging in transactions with them. This decision is seen as a sign of increased cooperation between the US and Pakistan in counterterrorism efforts. The designation reflects the ongoing dynamics between the US, Pakistan, and regional security concerns. It demonstrates the US's willingness to support Pakistan's efforts to address domestic threats and strengthen the bilateral relationship.