Pakistan's military announced the successful rescue of 155 passengers from a train hijacked by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), with around 300 hostages still held captive. The incident occurred in Balochistan, where the BLA seeks independence. As operations progressed, 27 rebels were confirmed killed, while the fate of other casualties remained uncertain. The BLA declared it would negotiate prisoner swaps but threatened to execute hostages if their demands regarding political prisoners were not met. Government officials condemned the attack as terrorism, reflecting ongoing tensions over regional autonomy and resource control.
Pakistan's military has successfully rescued 155 hostages from a train seized by the Balochistan Liberation Army, while efforts continue to save an additional 300.
The BLA's actions are rooted in grievances over resource exploitation and discrimination that the Baloch minority faces from the central government, leading to calls for independence.
BLA fighters, in a conflict marked by hostility and high stakes, detonated explosives along railway tracks to create chaos and executed a strategic attack during the train's journey.
The ongoing standoff highlights both the military's resolve in combatting terrorism and the delicate situation with hostages caught between armed separatists and security forces.
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