Five killed in suicide bombing near Noshki, Balochistan
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A suicide bomber attacked a security convoy near Noshki, killing five people, including three security personnel, and injuring about 40 others. The attack involved an explosive-laden vehicle that detonated near the convoy on the Quetta-Taftan highway. Following the bombing, security forces engaged in a shootout with militants hiding in nearby mountains. The military reported that three militants were killed during the operation, which included helicopters and ground troops. In response to the attack, security measures have been increased in Quetta, with key areas closed to traffic. Local authorities are actively patrolling the city to address the heightened security threat.