According to a report, Pakistan has launched a series of retaliatory missile strikes into Iran, killing nine people. Reportedly, the attacks targeted Iran’s Sistan and Balochistan provinces. The Balochistan region is split between Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan. According to the report, Pakistan said hideouts targeted in the operation were used by the Balochistan liberation army and the Balochistan liberation front, two separatist groups fighting for regional autonomy. Reportedly, Pakistan’s foreign minister said a number of militants were killed during the operation.