Jaffar Express

Militants Hijack Jaffar Express in Pakistan, Over 100 Taken Hostage

Militants Hijack Jaffar Express in Pakistan, Over 100 Taken Hostage

Bolan, Pakistan – March 11, 2025 – The Jaffar Express, a passenger train traveling from Quetta to Peshawar, was hijacked by armed militants from the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) in Balochistan’s Bolan district, sparking a major security crisis. Attack and Hostage Situation The attack occurred early Tuesday morning when the train, carrying approximately 400 passengers, was intercepted by heavily armed militants. The BLA claimed responsibility, stating that they had taken over 100 passengers hostage, including several security personnel. Reports indicate that at least six military personnel were killed during the assault.Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as militants stormed the train, firing…
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