24 killed in deadly blast targeting train carrying military personnel in Pakistan’s Balochistan
At least 24 people were killed on Sunday after a powerful blast targeted a train carrying military personnel in Pakistan’s southwestern province of Balochistan, according to AFP, quoting a senior official.
Explosion Hits Railway Track
The explosion reportedly took place near a railway track as the train was passing through the region.
The blast caused significant casualties among those on board.
On May 24, 2026 morning, a powerful suicide bomb blast hit the Jaffer Express train near Chaman Phatak, Quetta (Balochistan), Pakistan !
— Dharm (@dhram00) May 24, 2026
Casualties: At least 23 killed, over 50-80 injured !
Claim: Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) took responsibility, saying it targeted Pakistani… pic.twitter.com/lRs1mDT4T3
Authorities have not yet released full details on the nature of the explosion or the group responsible for the attack.
Heavy Casualties Reported
A senior official confirmed that at least 24 people were killed in the incident, making it one of the deadliest recent attacks in the region.
Several others are believed to have been injured, though an exact figure has not yet been confirmed.
Security Response Underway
Security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the blast. Emergency teams were deployed to assist in rescue and recovery operations along the damaged railway line.
Balochistan’s Ongoing Unrest
Balochistan has long been affected by insurgency and militant violence, with repeated attacks targeting security forces and infrastructure, particularly railway and transport routes.
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