Pakistan Accuses Afghan Militants of Train Hijacking

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated following a train hijacking incident, with Pakistan accusing Afghanistan-based militants, specifically the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), of orchestrating the attack. Pakistan's Foreign Office alleges that terrorists were in communication with handlers in Afghanistan, urging Kabul to take action against these groups. Afghanistan's Taliban regime has denied these claims, calling them baseless and urging Pakistan to focus on its internal security issues. The situation complicates bilateral relations, with Pakistan continuing to view Afghanistan as a sanctuary for groups like the TTP, BLA, and others seeking to destabilize the region. Islamabad has reiterated at the UN its commitment to self-defense and the need for measures against terrorist operations stemming from Afghan soil. Despite these accusations, Afghanistan maintains its stance of non-involvement, further straining the already tense relations between the neighboring countries.