Balochistan, April 16 -- Reports of civilian casualties have emerged from Balochistan's Barkhan district, where the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has strongly denounced recent bombing and shelling, calling it an act of "collective punishment."

The operation allegedly resulted in the deaths of several non-combatants, including women, children, and elderly residents, as reported by The Balochistan Post.

According to The Balochistan Post, in a statement, the BYC described the incident as a "deeply distressing and condemnable tragedy," asserting that the use of force was indiscriminate and struck a civilian-populated area.

Those killed reportedly include individuals ranging from as young as two years old to elderly persons in their seven...