TERORRIST ATTACK IN PAKISTAN
In a recent and tragic incident, militants from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked the Jaffar Express train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, resulting in the deaths of 25 individuals, including 21 civilians and four security personnel. The train, carrying approximately 450 passengers, was traveling from Quetta to Peshawar when it was attacked.
The assailants, armed with explosives and firearms, halted the train by destroying a section of the railway track. They then boarded the train, segregated passengers based on their regional origins, and executed specific individuals, including soldiers. The militants threatened to kill hostages if their demands for the release of Baloch political prisoners were not met.
Pakistani security forces launched a rescue operation that lasted over two days. The operation culminated in the deaths of all 33 militants and the rescue of more than 300 passengers. However, 25 hostages were killed during the ordeal. Survivors recounted harrowing experiences, with some pretending to be dead to avoid execution.
The BLA, which has been engaged in a long-standing insurgency against the Pakistani state, claimed responsibility for the attack. The group seeks greater autonomy and a larger share of the region's mineral wealth. They have also targeted projects funded by China in the past.
Pakistan's Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, met with survivors and commended the armed forces for their efforts in rescuing the hostages. The Pakistani government has accused Afghanistan of facilitating the attackers, a claim that Afghan officials have denied.
This incident underscores the ongoing security challenges in Balochistan, a region that has witnessed numerous attacks in recent years, including those targeting infrastructure and foreign nationals.
Deadly Train Hijacking in Pakistan Ends with Dozens Killed
*I MIGHT THINK THESE ATTACKS EFFECTED THE RECENT CRASH IN CRYPTO MARKET*
