Pakistan Military Rescues 155 Hostages from Train Hijacking in Balochistan

A recent train hijacking in Balochistan, Pakistan, has left the nation reeling as Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) militants took control of the Jaffar Express, resulting in a deadly siege. The Pakistan military reported neutralizing 33 militants and rescuing approximately 346 hostages, but survivors recount horrific experiences, including executions and chaos as gunfire erupted. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the death toll could be significantly higher than the official figures, with claims of up to 80 bodies visible at the scene, contrasting with the military's lower estimates. The militants separated passengers based on ethnicity, executing those identified as Punjabis. As the situation unfolds, concerns over the military's response and the security of the region are growing, highlighting ongoing issues with separatist violence in Balochistan. The BLA had previously issued an ultimatum demanding the release of political prisoners, escalating tensions in this volatile area.