Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:42pm on 11 Mar 2025,Tuesday International
The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has hijacked the Jaffar Express in Pakistan's Balochistan province, holding around 450 passengers hostage, including women and children. The militants have threatened to execute hostages if demands are not met. Pakistan's interior minister condemned the attack, vowing no concessions. Security forces have launched an operation, while emergency has been declared in local hospitals. The BLA, seeking Balochistan’s independence, claimed responsibility, stating they derailed the train and killed six security personnel, though no independent confirmation has been made. The attack highlights the ongoing insurgency in the resource-rich province.
