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Friday, 23 June 2006, 12:54 GMT 13:54 UK

In pictures: Struggle for Balochistan

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The town of Dera Bugti is deserted after months of fighting. The military has declared victory but it has come at a price.

Pakistani soldiers on the streets of Dera Bugti

Pakistani soldiers on the streets of Dera Bugti

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The only people on the streets of Dera Bugti seem to be the military, and business activity seems almost non-existent.

Frontier Constabulary fort

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The government is trying to strengthen Dera Bugti's military garrison and forts, many of which still bear the scars of war.

Balochistan National Party rally

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Local political parties argue that all the central government wants is access to the province's huge natural resources.

Pupil at Dera Bugti school

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Most classrooms in Dera Bugti have only a handful of pupils and few facilities.

Paramilitary training in Dera Bugti

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The government is fearful of a guerrilla war and is determined to crush rebel forces speedily.

Arms haul in Dera Bugti

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A huge amount of weapons have been seized by the authorities including landmines, rockets and explosives.

Electricity poles being erected in Balochistan

Electricity poles being erected in Balochistan

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The government says it wants to develop Balochistan's infrastructure, and turn the area into an economic hub.

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