At least 19 people were killed and more than 70 injured after a deadly bombing targeted a passenger train in Quetta on Sunday, marking another major attack in Pakistan\u2019s insurgency-hit southwestern region.<\/p>\n
According to officials, a suicide bomber detonated an explosives-filled vehicle near a railway track as the train passed through the city. The powerful blast overturned two train cars and sparked a fire, sending thick smoke into the air and causing widespread destruction in the surrounding area.<\/p>\n
Authorities said several nearby buildings were damaged, while more than a dozen vehicles parked close to the blast site were destroyed. Witnesses reported scenes of chaos as rescue workers and security personnel rushed to assist victims.<\/p>\n
Doctors at hospitals across Quetta confirmed receiving dozens of injured passengers, with at least 20 victims reported to be in critical condition.<\/p>\n
The outlawed separatist group Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it targeted a train allegedly carrying security personnel. The militant organization has long demanded independence for Balochistan from Pakistan\u2019s central government.<\/p>\n
Balochistan, a resource-rich province known for its oil and mineral reserves, has faced years of insurgency and violence involving separatist groups targeting security forces, government infrastructure, and civilians.<\/p>\n
Shahid Rind, spokesperson for the Balochistan provincial government, condemned the attack and described it as an act of terrorism against innocent civilians.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe strongly condemn the targeting of innocent civilians and are deeply saddened by the loss of precious human lives. Terrorist elements deserve no leniency,\u201d Rind said.<\/p>\n
A medical emergency was declared in hospitals across Quetta following the blast, while authorities launched a full investigation into the attack.<\/p>\n
Shehbaz Sharif also condemned the bombing, calling it a \u201ccowardly act of terrorism\u201d and expressing condolences to the victims\u2019 families.<\/p>\n
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti vowed to pursue those responsible, saying the attackers deliberately targeted civilians, including women and children.<\/p>\n
Pakistani officials have repeatedly accused India of supporting the Baloch Liberation Army, often referring to the group as \u201cFitna al-Hindustan.\u201d India has consistently denied those allegations.<\/p>\n
The latest bombing highlights ongoing security challenges in Balochistan despite government claims that the insurgency has largely been contained. In 2024, another suicide attack at a train station in the province killed at least 26 people, including security personnel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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