At Least 23 Killed, Over 50 Injured In Massive Suicide Blast In Pakistan's Quetta

Balochistan, Pakistan: At least 23 people were killed and more than 50 injured after a powerful suicide blast targeted the Jaffer Express near Chaman Phatak in Quetta in Pakistan on Sunday, May 24.

One bogie of the train was completely destroyed, according to the authorities. The nearby houses and vehicles also suffered heavy damage in the explosion near the railway track.

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The banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the attack, saying the assault targeted Pakistani army personnel travelling on the train from Quetta Cantt. Security forces have sealed off the area as rescue and investigation operations continue.

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