Separatist Militants Attack Train in Balochistan, Injure Driver

On March 11, separatist militants from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) opened fire on the Jaffar Express passenger train in Balochistan, wounding the driver and prompting a swift response from security forces. The train was en route from Quetta to Peshawar, carrying approximately 400 passengers, when the attack occurred in the Bolan district. The BLA claimed responsibility, stating they had taken hostages, although officials did not confirm this detail. In reaction to the incident, the Balochistan government has implemented emergency measures to manage the situation. This attack underscores the ongoing violence in the region, fueled by a decades-long insurgency over demands for greater autonomy and control over local resources. Security personnel are investigating the incident and assessing the safety of the passengers.