Suicide bombing near railway track in Pakistan kills at least 23 people
Summary
A suicide bomber attacked a passenger train near a railway track in Quetta, Pakistan, killing at least 23 people and injuring more than 70. The Baloch Liberation Army, a banned group seeking independence for the Balochistan region, claimed responsibility for the attack.Key Facts
- The bombing happened in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province in south-western Pakistan.
- The explosion caused two train cars to overturn and catch fire.
- At least 23 people died, and over 70 were injured, with 20 in critical condition.
- The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) said it targeted a train carrying security personnel.
- Quetta and Balochistan have seen ongoing violence from insurgents demanding independence.
- Pakistani leaders, including the prime minister and president, condemned the attack and vowed to fight terrorism.
- Pakistan accuses India of supporting the BLA; India denies this claim.
- The attack followed talks about a possible agreement between the US and Iran to end a regional conflict.
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