Train Attack in Balochistan Leaves Passengers Injured and Alarms Raised
Several passengers were injured when gunmen attacked a train in Balochistan, prompting emergency measures. The Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility, stating they killed six security personnel and took over 100 hostages. An emergency relief train was dispatched, and rescue operations are ongoing.
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- Pakistan
A train traveling between Quetta and Peshawar in Pakistan's Balochistan province was attacked on Tuesday by gunmen, leaving several passengers injured and inciting a regional emergency response.
The assault, claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), included reports of intense shooting and the derailing of the Jaffar Express. The group alleged capturing over 100 hostages and threatened dire consequences if Pakistani military operations ensue.
Emergency measures were deployed, including rescue teams and an emergency relief train. The BLA's claim remains unverified, as security operations continue and the incident's full impact is assessed.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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