On 02 September, a suicide bombing targeted a political rally in Quetta, Balochistan, killing 11 people and injuring 40. The attack occurred at a stadium where supporters of the Balochistan National Party (BNP) had gathered and is under investigation. Security forces have cordoned off the area. Quetta, the capital of restive Balochistan province bordering Afghanistan and Iran, is affected by both Islamist militants and Baloch separatists. The incident underscores ongoing security challenges, posing significant risks to operations and personnel safety.