There is a major crisis in Pakistan. Quetta to Peshawar Jaffar Express The train was seized in an attack by militants of the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). The train was carrying 450 passengers. The BLA confirmed the attack and the seizure of the train and claimed that six Pakistani soldiers were killed.
The militants blew up the railway track in Bolan district, preventing the train from moving forward. They then entered the train and took control of the carriages carrying the passengers. The train was completely under militant control after shots were fired in the Mushkaf area.
The group has issued a serious threat to the authorities, saying it will kill the hostages if any rescue operation is launched. Hundreds of passengers are therefore under militant control. A BLA spokesman warned of reprisals if the army intervenes.
Pakistani security forces quickly responded to the scene and are working with railway authorities to regain control of the train. The government is analysing the situation but has not yet made a statement. There is uncertainty over negotiations and the use of force.
This incident shows that security problems and local tensions in Balochistan have reached a new level. It is expected that the train seizure will once again bring to the fore the struggle of separatist movements and militant groups in Balochistan against the security forces across the country.
